For most people, knowing exactly how a torque converter works is a mystery. It’s completely understandable, as the modern torque converter is a complex device. In short, a torque converter is an ...

Torque converter shudder is an unpleasant sensation in any vehicle, and should you ever encounter it, you'll want to fix it as soon as possible.

With an 825hp Ray Barton Street Hemi going between the fenders of our '65 Coronet project (alias "Cool Blue"), we knew we'd need a tough, well-built torque converter. Stall speed and durability are of ...

For cars that only have two pedals, its time to make driving great again. Let’s make use of the scientific method along with a few dollars to optimize your driving experiences! OK, for all you rich ...

Perhaps we should start with the basics of how a converter works. It is essentially a modified fluid coupling that, like a clutch, allows the transmission to be separated from the engine, so the ...

Why You Should Never Tow With a Locked Torque Converter. Learn how a locked torque converter behaves under towing conditions and why using the correct transmission setup is critical for avoiding ...

Torque converters appear to be a bunch of mysterious whirlwind motion inside a spinning shell that transmits an engine’s power to the transmission and rear wheels. Although they seem complex, torque ...

Ford has recalled 5,914 vehicles in North America for an issue related to the automatic transmission. According to Ford, the recall is due to the vehicles possibly having torque converters with ...

The abscence of a manual gearbox on the latest crop of performance cars has been a growing source of consternation for many who just don’t find any kind of semiautomatic ’box involving enough. The new ...

Equipment Earthmoving Dozers [VIDEO] How Caterpillar's Lock-up Torque Converter Works on Construction Equipment The Cat torque converter can provide up to three times the digging power compared to an ...

The choice between a torque converter automatic and a dual-clutch automatic (DCT) depends entirely on your usage. If your driving is predominantly city-based with frequent stop-start traffic, a torque ...

With rising concerns around long-term reliability and real-world drivability, many Indian buyers continue to prefer torque converter automatic gearboxes over AMTs, CVTs, and dual-clutch units. Known ...