7-speed dsg

In a market that not so long ago consisted of two types of transmissions – manual and automatic – it's easy to get lost in what seems like an ever-increasing list of gearbox alternatives: automatic-shifting manuals, manual-shifting automatics, constantly-variable mechanisms, ...

Volkswagen's dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) has proven that a balance can be struck between driver involvement and running the daily slog without a cramped left leg, with a bump in fuel economy to boot. As reported earlier this year, VW has plans to introduce another cog onto its six-speed DSG unit, ...

That's what it sounds like, according to AutoWeek.Porsche has filed paperwork indicating that a seven-speed DSG is on the way. The company had apparently hoped to have it ready for the launch of the 997 Turbo, but it didn't work out. Hence, Tiptronic S remains the optional transmission across the ...