Glossary of Auto Terms
DriverSide's Car Dictionary has the most comprehensive definitions of automotive terms. This auto glossary can help you decipher what your mechanic is fixing and what the purpose or function of the particular auto part or accessory is for. We have taken the mystery out of automotive service jargon, so that you don't have to.
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Gear Ratio
Driveshaft
Thrust Angle
Passing Gear
Stator
Spindle
Rings
Cam
Manual Transmission
A transmission system in which the gears are operated by the driver by means of a stick shift and clutch pedal. Manual transmissions are generally preferred for high-performance driving, or as a lower-cost alternative to more expensive automatic transmissions. They are also simpler, and less costly to repair as well.
See Also:
Gear Ratio
Driveshaft
Thrust Angle
Passing Gear
Stator
Spindle
Rings
Cam
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