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alternative energy

Another Twist: Tesla Sued By Magna Powertrain

The drama surrounding Tesla continues to unfold as recently discovered court documents show that the debatably legitimate electric automaker is being sued by Magna Powertrain. The lawsuit dates back to February 22 and states that Tesla failed to pay Magna for design of the two-speed transmission used in the Tesla Roadster. The story does have bit of he-said, she-said, unfortunately. More »

industry news

Happy Production Of Your One Millionth Allison A-Series Transmission, GM!

GM's feting Allison Transmission's milestone achievement of one million Allison A-Series transmissions, a key piece of the GM trucks formerly known for being "Like A Rock." And, although it's not in the press release, we're assuming the General may have also apologized to Allison for selling their big tranny-maker to the Carlyle Group. Maybe even gotten her some chocolates...or some flowers. You know, something to show 'em they care. Full press release after the jump. More »

transmissions

NYT Wheels Blog Examines The Shift Away From Shifting

It's always been our contention that the point when automatic transmission vehicles began to outsell manual transmission vehicles here in the United States was the same point 'merican drivers became less concerned about the trip and more about the destination. Looks like the Wheels blog over at the New York Times has just come to the same conclusion. Travel with them on their journey towards enlightenment. We've already seen how it plays out. [NYT Wheels]