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Are there any reliable DSG transmissions used by Volkswagen?

Are there any reliable DSG transmissions used in Volkswagens? If so, which makes and models use them?

What automatic cars have good gearboxes?

Do you have a list of good auto gearboxes?

Is my DSG gearbox going to become problematic?

I own a Volkswagen Golf SV with a DSG six-speed gearbox. I have seen your reports that there have been many problems with these boxes. My car is coming up to three years old and has only done 23000 miles....

Which small car has a reliable automatic gearbox?

I'm looking to buy a new or nearly new small vehicle but need an automatic due to disability to left hand. I've read reviews and it appears that the Hyundai i10 1.2 SE auto and the Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI...

What is the EDC gearbox in the Renault Scenic like?

I like the look of the new model Renault Scenic and am considering changing my lovely BMW E89 Z4 M Sport auto for one. The Dynamique S Nav appears to be a good spec with fold down seats for my RC helicopters....

How reliable is the DSG gearbox?

What should I do about the intermittent EGR light on my Volkswagen Golf DSG?

My wife's Volkswagen Golf DSG has had an intermittent EGR light popping on and off for a few weeks. I got it checked at the last service and Volkswagen said it was a bit sooty on the outside of the unit,...

Why has the DSG gearbox in my Volkswagen Golf failed?

The DSG gearbox in my Volkswagen Golf recently packed up. Is this a usual thing to happen in a 6 year old car?

Why won't my Jaguar F-Pace change gear?

My Jaguar F-Pace is just two months old. Today, I was totally unable to select second gear from third. On restarting the engine the problem solved itself, although at times it is difficult to get it into...

Has Ford changed the supplier of gearboxes for B-Max range?

Has Ford changed the supplier of gearboxes for B-max range? I have a 2012-registered B-MAX and it has had very severe gear-box problems. I like the B-MAX and am considering buying a one or two year old...