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In modern usage, a torque converter is generally a type of hydrodynamic fluid coupling that is used to transfer rotating power from a , such as an internal combustion engine or electric motor, to a rotating driven load.

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Giulietta gets dual-clutch gearbox - Independent Online

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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Independent Online
Giulietta gets dual-clutch gearbox
Independent Online
Since there's no fluid-drive torque converter, fuel consumption is about 10 percent better than with a conventional auto transmission, and the system lends itself to idle-stop technology, with which not all torque-converter setups are compatible.
Alfa Romeo TCT system now available in Giulietta and MiTo models3D Car Shows

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2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: Newest Competitor For Camry, Fusion Hybrids - Green Car Reports

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: Newest Competitor For Camry, Fusion Hybrids
Green Car Reports
It then replaces the traditional automatic torque converter with the electric motor. This not only allows it to provide power to the wheels during gear shifts, but also makes the driving experience much more pleasurable than Toyota's continuously ...

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The Chevrolet Silverado--Part I - Chicago Tribune

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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The Chevrolet Silverado--Part I
Chicago Tribune
... radius for K1500s. In their last year before bowing to the all-new GMT800 pickups, the 1998 C/Ks were further upgraded with a Passlock security system, a new electronically controlled torque converter clutch and lower rolling-resistance tires.

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Behind the Wheel of Balqon All-electric Shuttle Bus - EV World

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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EV World
Behind the Wheel of Balqon All-electric Shuttle Bus
EV World
As to that six-speed with the torque converter that this writer mentions, I find it difficult to believe that more than a couple of those speeds are utilized by Balqon. Electric motors do not need to idle, and have full torque at stall so I would think ...

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2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG First Drive 557 Horsepower Never Sounded So Good - MotorTrend Magazine

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG First Drive 557 Horsepower Never Sounded So Good
MotorTrend Magazine
Mercedes has paired its Speedshift MCT seven-speed gearbox to the new SL63 AMG, a unit that borrows heavily from the standard seven-speed automatic, but replaces the torque converter with a wet clutch unit for more immediate response.

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King of the Concrete Jungle: 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD - Truckin Magazine

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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King of the Concrete Jungle: 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
Truckin Magazine
Wanting the truck to have all the power he could ever need, Dave contacted ATS Diesel and ordered just about everything they made for the 6.6L Duramax, including an intake, 75mm turbo, torque converter, Co-Pilot trans controller, and transmission and ...

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Motoring Q&A: Diagnosing an overdrive issue - The Republic

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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Motoring Q&A: Diagnosing an overdrive issue
The Republic
Or failing to lock up the torque converter clutch? Start with the simple possibilities. Any of the following could cause either of these issues: a faulty thermostat preventing the engine from reaching full operating temperature, ...

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Dyer Consequences: Large and in Charge - Automobile Magazine

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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Dyer Consequences: Large and in Charge
Automobile Magazine
With the electric motor hooked to a torque converter and the six-speed transmission, the Mule has some serious torque multiplication going on, but the horsepower situation certainly leaves something to be desired. Top speed is 70 mph, if you've got a ...

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Hard Work Pans Out For Freitas Motorsports At The BITD Silver State 300 - UTV Weekly

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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UTV Weekly
Hard Work Pans Out For Freitas Motorsports At The BITD Silver State 300
UTV Weekly
Freitas Motorsports would have to overcome a huge deficit at the Best in the Desert, Silver State 300 off-road race when they failed to start their qualifying lap due to a torque converter seal failure while waiting in line; putting them in the 41st ...

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Under The Hood: Opinions Differ On Changing Fluid - The Ledger

Thursday 24th of May 2012 12:35:35 AM
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Under The Hood: Opinions Differ On Changing Fluid
The Ledger
The remaining fluid is trapped in the torque converter and a multitude of internal places and passages. This makes a great case for draining/refilling several times (and running the transmission through its paces between) in order to turn the tide on ...

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