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- From the archives of Discovery: A transmission system governs how a vehicle switches gears. Learn more about manual and automatic transmissions.
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How Turbochargers Work
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A turbocharger gives your car engine that extra boose of power. Learn how to install a turbocharger in this video from HowStuffWorks.
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How Manual Transmissions Work
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Manual transmissions allow drivers to change gears and thus maintain the best performance. See how manual transmissions work in this video from HowStuffWorks.
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How Electric Cars Work
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Electric cars could power our future transportation needs. Check out this video from HowStuffWorks to see an electric car in action.
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How Continuously Variable Transmissions Work
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Do you know how a continuously variable transmission works? This video from HowStuffWorks shows how a continuously variable transmission works in a hybrid car.
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How Clutches Work: Installation
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A car's transmission is connected to the engine through the clutch. See how installing a new clutch can fix a transmission in this video from HowStuffWorks.
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How Manual Transmissions Work: Installation
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When drivers aren't great at shifting, transmissions can get damaged. In this HowStuffWorks video, see how a mechanic installs a new manual transmission.
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How Mufflers Work
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Mufflers rely on some cool technology to dim the roar of a car engine. Watch this HowStuffWorks video to learn the principles that make mufflers work.
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How Engines Work
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A car engine is one of the most amazing machines we use on a daily basis. Learn all about combustion engines in this video from HowStuffWorks.
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