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In June 2014, [4] Volvo Trucks presented a new dual-clutch version of the I-Shift, known as SPO2812, with overdrive and a maximum torque of 2800 N·m. [5] The dual-clutch version is only available for trucks up to 540 hp. The I-Shift Dual Clutch has two input shafts which are alternatively connected to the engine through two clutches.
E.g. in a truck with a Caterpillar C15 engine, it is achieved by going all the way up to 1950RPM, then shifting to a gear that will put the engine at 1500RPM. In contrast, using progressive shifting, i.e. maintaining maximum torque , the overall acceleration is slower but there is increased fuel efficiency and lower wear of the engine due to ...
When it is switched on, an automatic transmission can shift into overdrive mode after a certain speed is reached (usually 70+ km/h [40-45 mph or more] depending on the load). When it is off, the automatic transmission shifting is limited to the lower gears. Overdrive should usually be selected when the average speed is above 70 km/h (40-45 mph).
The Swedish brand is limiting the top speed on all its cars to 112MPH starting with the 2021 model year. Safety technology and city infrastructure isn't enough to prevent injuries at high speeds ...
Geartronic is Volvo Cars' name for its manumatic automatic transmission, similar to Porsche's Tiptronic. It is available in 4-, 5-, 6-, and 8-speed models, and is controlled by a microprocessor . The microprocessor automatically shifts to the next gear if a user in manual mode red lines the engine.
The AW70 is a 4 speed fully automatic transmission used in the Volvo 240, 740 and 940 series cars starting from 1982 up to 1998, with the end of production of the 940. From the 1989 model year a lock-up torque converter was offered which changed the designation to AW70L.
The Volvo 9600 is an intercity coach manufactured by Volvo, primarily for the Indian market. The 9600 was launched in 2022 as a replacement for the Volvo 9400. It's design is based on the fourth generation Volvo 9700 .
No carmaker has picked up on this—until now. Volvo, in collaboration with Abbey Road and famed loudspeaker manufacturer Bowers & Wilkins, has installed in its new all-electric EX90 SUV an ...