Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
constant mesh gearbox — A type of transmission in which all or most of the gears are always in mesh with one another, as opposed to a sliding gear transmission, in which engagement is obtained by sliding some of the gears along a shaft into mesh. In a constant mesh… … Dictionary of automotive terms
gearbox — The device in the drivetrain consisting of an input shaft, a system of gears, and an output shaft that multiplies engine torque. A manual transmission consists of a clutch assembly plus a gearbox; and automatic transmission generally consists of… … Dictionary of automotive terms
Crash gearbox — A crash gearbox, also known as a crash box, is a transmission type used in old cars, trucks, and other automotive vehicles. It is more properly called a sliding mesh gearbox and has the nickname crash because it is difficult to change gears, so… … Wikipedia
AEC Regent II — The AEC Regent II despite officially being a new type was very similar to the 1929 Regent. The Regent IIs were all documented as being new with the A173 (also known as the 7.7 litre) engine and a four speed sliding mesh gearbox. The only vehicles … Wikipedia
Transmission (mechanics) — Gearbox redirects here. For the video game developer, see Gearbox Software. 5 speed gearbox + reverse, the 1600 Volkswagen Golf (2009). A machine consists of a power source and a power transmission system, which provides controlled application of … Wikipedia
Manual transmission — Transmission types Manual Sequential manual Non synchronous Preselector Automatic Manumatic Semi automatic Electrohydraulic … Wikipedia
Automatic transmission — An automatic transmission (commonly AT or Auto ) is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually. Similar but larger devices are also used for heavy… … Wikipedia
Continuously variable transmission — Transmission types Manual Sequential manual Non synchronous Preselector Automatic Manumatic Semi automatic Electrohydraulic Dual … Wikipedia
Land Rover Defender — 2007 Defender Manufacturer Land Rover Also called Land Rover Ninety, One Ten 127 (1983 1990) … Wikipedia
Volkswagen Polo Mk3 — Infobox Automobile name = Volkswagen Polo Mk3 (6N) manufacturer = Volkswagen production = 1994–2002 class = Supermini body style = 3 door hatchback 4 door saloon 5 door hatchback 5 door estate engine = Phase I: Petrol: 1.0L I4… … Wikipedia
