Set the transmission to «Drive»
for smooth gear changes with an emphasis on fuel efficiency.
Basically, this feature will automatically blip the throttle when downshifting, making
for a smoother gear change.
Not exact matches
While
gear needs evolve and
change with age and the type of trip, here are some new finds and old favorites
for gear that can make that trip a little easier,
smoother and even safer.
In the standard, non-Speed Mulsanne, the eight - speed has been tweaked
for «
smoother, relaxed
gear changes that promote a comfortable and refined driving experience.»
The six - speed automatic made a couple abrupt shifts during a day of driving, but
gear changes were otherwise
smooth and the transmission readily kicked down a few
gears for more passing power.
The default is C,
for Controlled Efficiency, which means
smooth gear changes and early upshifts, designed to eke out the least embarrassing EPA numbers possible.
This removes the need
for a clutch pedal which the driver otherwise needs to depress before making a
gear change, since the clutch itself is actuated by electronic equipment which can synchronize the timing and torque required to make quick,
smooth gear shifts.
Smooth shifts, no hunting
for gears, and if you want to paddle -
change them yourself you can.
of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule
for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage
for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane
change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first
for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and
smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces
gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness
for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings
for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts
for enhanced ride and handling characteristics
It also works terrifically with the nine - speed
for some real oomph when needed — the trans is
smooth when you're not really legging it and
changes gears quickly the harder you push, especially in sport and sport plus modes.
Because one clutch works with
gears one, three and five and the other takes care of
gears two, four and six, the transmission is always primed
for the next up - or down - shift ensuring
changes are particularly rapid and
smooth.
Two control devices are independently used
for optimized control of the two clutches, achieving
smoother acceleration and shock - free
gear changes.
The gearbox meshes perfectly on the program chosen by the DYNAMIC SELECT, offering either frighteningly fast
gear changes, or a
smooth, seamless transition
for perfectly relaxed driving.
The standard manual transmission features a compact, lightweight design with a short - throw shift
for smooth, quick
gear changes.
Specific AMG ® programming of the new 9 - speed automatic transmission delivers quicker
gear changes in the paddle - shifted Manual mode
for an ideal blend of
smooth, efficient performance in virtually every driving situation.
For instance, the smooth and quick gear changes ensure progress when accelerating isn't stunted, and the transmission does an impressive job of selecting the right gear for the situation at ha
For instance, the
smooth and quick
gear changes ensure progress when accelerating isn't stunted, and the transmission does an impressive job of selecting the right
gear for the situation at ha
for the situation at hand.
Whilst it's by no means a dreadful transmission, we would have preferred the CX - 9's auto to be a bit
smoother and responsive when
changing gear — though the latter category can at least be improved by engaging the «Mazda Sport Mode» feature, which speeds up the
gear changes and makes the transmission less susceptible to holding onto one
gear for a longer period of time.
Instead of using two electric motors
for gear selection and shifting, it now features an all hydraulic operation to give a substantially
smoother gear change quality.
The rev - matching system uses a Hall effect sensor mounted on the transaxle to sense the start of
gear changes and command the engine computer to bump up engine revs
for a
smoother shift.
McLaren also tweaked the seven - speed SSG transmission
for crisper throttle response and improved clutch control
for gear changes that are both faster and
smoother.
For example, when the GT - R begins moving from a standstill at a slow rate of acceleration, the gearshift
change to second from first
gear is now much
smoother than before.
The gearbox also offers world - leading transmission efficiency, while the use of iMT controls, which automatically adjust engine revolutions when
changing gears, ensures
smooth gear shifting — free of uncomfortable recoils —
for the driver.
The
gear change itself is very
smooth but opt
for the automatic and you'll sacrifice a little when it comes to economy.
Created
for agile, exhilarating driving, the new Continental GT is built on an innovative chassis and electrical architecture, featuring a completely new 6.0 litre W12 engine and an 8 - speed dual - clutch transmission,
for smooth, fast and efficient
gear changes.
The new automatic is
smooth and the
gear changes are very quick, except
for the shift from 1st to 2nd on the paddle shift strangely enough - which has a weird lag from when you hit the paddle to when the
gear actually engages.
The transmission's quick
gear changes are
smooth, in keeping with the brand's penchant
for refinement.
Second - generation Automatic six - speed Honda Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) uses two hydraulically controlled clutches to deliver quick and
smooth gear changes in a choice of three modes: Manual (MT), which allows the rider to shift
gears using buttons, and two automatic (AT) modes — S
for sportier riding and D
for everyday use.
With the S tronic automatic gearbox and four - wheel drive, it makes
for smooth and occasionally startlingly rapid progress, although the gearbox is occasionally hesitant to
change gear.
Gear changes are
smooth, there's little transmission whine and we were particularly impressed with the length of time the transmission held onto the appropriate
gear for during heavy acceleration.
While this may seem like a bit of unnecessary tech, on the ultra
smooth asphalt of southern California, Sport seemed to be the perfect all around setting,
for the damping, throttle, steering assist, and
gear change optimisations serve to enhance the driving experience.
The new CVT implements a physical first
gear for smoother off - the - line acceleration and offers 10 programmed ratios with simulated
gear changes, manual shifting using the
gear selector or steering wheel - mounted paddle shifters, and selectable driving modes.
Though CVTs were once notorious
for being a bit iffy, though, Subaru's system works rather well, with its
smooth and fairly seamless operation being qualities we wouldn't associate with CVTs not so long ago — and, if you really need to feel like you're in control, models with the wheel - mounted gearshifting paddles allow you to simulate
changing gear.
I've driven this same basic powertrain previously in Hyundai's Tucson Eco, an application I disparaged
for its poor overall refinement — particularly at around - town speeds, where I found the transmission was prone to less - than -
smooth gear changes.
The incredibly
smooth power delivery makes
for comfortable acceleration, unmarred by harsh
gear changes.