What's everyone's thoughts on the future?

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Mar 26, 2008 | 01:33 PM

#31

Z28x

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Originally Posted by FUTURE_OF_GM

The concept is great, but the method is flawed

I suppose swapping the 8 speed out for a T6060 would still give acceptable numbers

Mar 26, 2008 | 02:12 PM

#32

Eric Bryant

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Originally Posted by Z28x

I suppose swapping the 8 speed out for a T6060 would still give acceptable numbers

A DCT with a large number of ratios makes more sense than a slushbox or traditional manual in this scenario. One could also make a very strong case for GM's Two Mode, which I think is highly appropriate technology for the sort of powertrain that you propose.