The Next Trend: Automatic Gearbox

[Shynish M]

Most of the driving enthusiastic prefers manual gear over the automatic one. however, automatic gear is a blessing for those who normally struggles with gear shifting; especially during city drive. Here comes the good news for them: MSIL, VW,Nissan and Honda are planning to introduce automatic gears very soon. MSIL will introduce it in ALTO, VW in POLO, Nissan in Micra and Honda will introduce it in JAZZ. I am sure, Hyundai will surprise all in this segment.

Source: Malayala Manorama

 

[AMG]

@ shynish
It is gearbox and not gear.

And Hyundai already has i20 auto, i10 auto, verna auto, santro auto, sonata auto.
So no scope for surprises.

 

[Shynish M]

@ shynish
It is gearbox and not gear.

Yes, that's what I mean.

And Hyundai already has i20 auto, i10 auto, verna auto, santro auto, sonata auto.
So no scope for surprises.

I was aware of i20 and Sonata. Good to know that rest of the models too have automatic gearbox!

 

[350Z]

I think the Maruti Suzuki A-Star with Automatic Transmission is on cards, very soon.

Drive Safe,
350Z

 

[Arun]

@Shynish:
Yes, the automatic gearbox is the new trend here in India. It will be the A-Star, not the Alto to get the auto box. The gearbox will be a straight lift from the old WagonR AT and will be mated with the existing KB10 engine.

 

[Shynish M]

Probably then I wrongly read A-Star as ALTO!

 

[AMG]

congrats on your post # 500

 

[Shynish M]

congrats on your post # 500

Thanks man! Cheers

 

[RSM]

This is good news for lady drivers.

 

[CountRock]

I dont mind a auto box for my daily commute, especially in rush hour traffic. I wish Fiat would also launch their Auto box(kinda a semi box). The one showcased at the Expo. :(

 

[blackbeauty]

Not my choice.. Should show this thread to my sister.

 

[Shynish M]

Though I prefer manual gear box, I would like to have an auto for only one reason: my wife can drive the car occasionally and I don't have to worry about my gear box any more Jokes apart, its really convenient to have an auto gear box for your family ride!

 

[AMG]

I love auto boxes for the convenience.

 

[*Arkin_Young*]

The cheapest AT we have is the i10 Magna.
Unfortunately, the cheaper Santro and the only other choice, the WagonR were discontinued.

 

[cooldhaya]

Well actually i don prefer AT as it takes all the fun away from driving! Though must be good news for lady drivers and daily city commuters!