17/02/2026
🚗 Automatic Gearbox Problems? Read This…
Did you know most modern “automatic” cars now use a Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)?
That means your car isn’t a traditional automatic — it’s actually a semi-automatic system with:
✔ Dual clutches
✔ Gear actuators or
✔ A mechatronic control unit
Many major manufacturers now use dual-clutch systems, including:
• Volkswagen Group (Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Škoda)
• Kia
• Hyundai
• Ford
• Renault
• Peugeot
• Mini
When these components wear or fail, you might notice:
⚠ Jerking when moving off
⚠ Delayed gear engagement
⚠ Warning lights on the dash
⚠ Rough or hesitant gear changes
⚠ Loss of drive
The good news? Many dual-clutch gearbox faults can be repaired — without replacing the entire transmission.
If your automatic doesn’t feel right, get it checked before the problem gets worse.
Message us today for expert diagnosis and repair.