[Vwdiesel] Yeehaa!

[Matt_Lisa]

The transmission in the newer cars is the DSG, or Direct Shift Gearbox.  It is an electronic manual transmission with two clutches that shifts automatically or by paddle shift (some cars only have tiptronic).  Because of the way it's set up, there are no losses in performance or efficiency as with a traditional automatic transmission.  It is also extremely fast shifting, since both clutches work in tandem to make sure the next available gear is always ready.  Generally, acceleration numbers are better with the DSG than the traditional manual.

That said, I'd rather have a normal stick shift, since the maintenance and longevity are known.  The last thing I want is to get a brand new car with this new neato transmission and have it blow up at 90K miles.

-Matt
http://matt_lisa.home.sprynet.com/

-----Original Message-----
>From: Shalyn Shourds <sshourds at flash.net>
>Sent: Jan 14, 2009 9:13 PM
>To: vwdiesel at vwfans.com
>Subject: Re: [Vwdiesel] Yeehaa!
>
>Greg Johnson wrote:
>> When you get a chance go to:
>>
>> http://www.vwvortex.com/artman/publish/vortex_news/article_2562.shtml
>>
>> and check out VW's BlueSport concept --  a mid-engined TDI sports car.  Also
>> please pray that it comes to the States in diesel form.
>>
>> Greg J
>> _______________________________________________
>
>The one thing I don't really understand is the transmission.  I guess 
>I'm a few years behind.  This is an automatic that you can shift to make 
>it feel like you're actually driving? 
>
>I wonder if they have a manual if you would actually like to drive. 
>
>
>-Shalyn
>
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