Chrysler Pushing Back Dual-Clutch Transmission in 200, Avenger
Chrysler Pushing Back Dual-Clutch Transmission Chrysler Group has hit another bump in the road on the way to putting a dual-clutch transmission (DCT) in some of its vehicles. The Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200 were slated to receive six-speed dry dual-clutch transmissions for the 2012 model year. However the Detroit-based automaker has decided to shelve that for now and continue using the six-speed automatic transmission currently in service. The reason behind the delay stems from refinement issues, and a decision to put everything on hold was made this past summer. Chrysler believes the dual-clutch gearbox, which is built by parent company Fiat SpA, needs a little more retooling before the American public gets their collective hands on it. “We were concerned about the...