“And everybody is aware of the fact that reduction is the ultimate maximum.”
So says the delightfully saucy voiceover lady in this video extolling the virtues of the 8-speed ZF automatic transmission. It’s a wonderful amalgam of corporatespeak and geeky technical illustrations that will hold your attention from start to finish.
The 8-speed ZF ‘box is being fitted to all number of cars and the chances are you’ll come across it in one cor or another quite soon, if you haven’t already.
Deemed good enough for BMW to use it in some of its M-lite branded products, it must be good, right?
Watch, learn and giggle like a cheeky school boy all at the same time.
[Thanks to Matt for the tip]
4 replies on “Automatic for the people”
Back to the trusty torque converter, too many warranty issues with double-clutch trans.
Chris Harris loves his manuals, but he actually preferred this 8 speed auto in the M135i review he did.
I just can’t wait till Chrysler put this 8 speed in their 300 SRT. I will buy one immediately.
Gotta love the Kraftwerk inspired music…
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