Haoleguy
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I'm guessing that auto/truck manufacturers will jump to continuously variable transmissions before we get too crazy with distinct transmission speeds. Fendt's vario CVT seems to be well accepted in the tractor world.
I'm guessing that auto/truck manufacturers will jump to continuously variable transmissions before we get too crazy with distinct transmission speeds. Fendt's vario CVT seems to be well accepted in the tractor world.
Personally I think some sort of electronically controlled split range rear end would be better than an 8 or 10 speed transmission. For the way that most of these vehicles are utilized, even those that tow a lot, there is a point of diminishing returns with the number of gears in a transmission. The gas and diesel engines in pickups are designed to make power over a very wide range of RPM, whereas in the over the road trucks the diesels are often really suited to only a limited RPM range therefore they need more gears to keep them in the smaller sweet spot. For mileage gains I think you'd be able to realize more benefit and a larger difference in final drive ratio by adding a split range rear end.
It would need to be "automatic"
What does the 10 speed give you that the 6 and 8 speeds don't (besdies an extra 4 or 2 gears)?
And I mean for everyday, normal driving, not towing something heavy up hills and mountains? My 6 speed already shifts way too much for my liking on flat ground.