But for the technically inclined, here are some insights to the inner workings of an automatic transmission. And this site offers additional details and some spectacular animations.

An automatic transmission executes gear changes automatically, so many drivers don't have a good sense of what this component is and what it does. But understanding how an automatic transmission works ...

When automatic transmissions are doing their job right, you might not even notice they're there. However, there are some major differences between them.

What is a continuously variable transmission? Is it better to drive, more reliable, more efficient, or better than an automatic?

A CVT, or continuously variable automatic transmission, is a type of automatic transmission that typically uses pulleys and either a belt or chain—as opposed to gears—to transfer the engine's ...