Wabco Holdings will unveil its new modular automated manual transmission (AMT) system at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2008 this week in Hanover, Germany.


The new system's high degree of modularity reduces the development time required for application to transmission and vehicle platforms, enabling faster time to market for vehicle and transmission manufacturers. In addition, Wabco's new Modular AMT system can be adapted to an existing manual transmission without changing it, further accelerating market introduction due to less development time and effort.

The AMT system consists of three core components: a cabin-mounted shift lever unit, including the system's electronic control unit; a shift actuator mounted on the gearbox, and a clutch actuator.

Depending on the driver's preference, the system can change gears in full automatic mode or as initiated by the driver. By optimizing the gear shifting process, the AMT system improves vehicle control and enhances comfort. It also contributes to lower average fuel consumption by shifting at the most effective speed.

In addition, Wabco's new Modular AMT system will reduce the total cost of ownership of a vehicle as more accurately controlled shifting operations result in less wear among components. Compared with a manual transmission, the system requires less driver training as it further simplifies vehicle operation, resulting in increased driver awareness for traffic conditions and improved road safety.


More info: www.wabco-auto.com