L&R Transmissions

08/20/2024

Most automatic transmission fluid is red in color, though translucent. However, a few manufacturers now produce fluid that is of blue/green, purple, or amber color. Even so, you can always tell transmission fluid from other vehicle fluids by color.

08/13/2024

A 2-speed transmission could be coming to Electric Cars soon.

Electric vehicles are rapidly increasing in the global market. Most electric vehicles have adopted a single-speed gearbox, which is a double reduction gear set. Although the traction motor of an electric vehicle has a wide rotational speed range, the single-speed gearbox has the disadvantages of low

08/06/2024

The tables have turned. Whereas manual transmissions once garnered better gas mileage than automatics, modern vehicles equipped with an automatic typically get better mileage than their manual counterparts due to advancements in design and function.

07/30/2024

Automatic or manual? While automatic transmission fluid is most often a red-tinted fairly thin fluid with relatively no smell, that for a manual model is much darker and thicker. It also has a stronger scent.

07/23/2024

What's that smell? Is it similar to burning rubber? Burnt transmission fluid can't do its job. Contact us immediately...we can help!

07/16/2024

Although automatic transmission fluid doesn't need changing as often as motor oil, it's usually best practice to change it periodically to prevent breakdown. Consult your owner's manual for the recommended service interval for your vehicle.

07/09/2024

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07/04/2024

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07/02/2024

If you make a practice of towing heavy loads, your transmission is placed under additional strain. Be sure to pay extra attention to your transmission fluid. It may need changing more often than it otherwise would.

06/25/2024

Transmission tip ✅ Make sure your automatic transmission is geared up before you hit the road! To keep gears in tip-top shape, always drive in the recommended "drive" mode.