Ford now using the "Powershift" transmission name...

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Transmission / Overdrive: Ford now using the "Powershift" transmission name...

09-19-2011, 04:30 AM

Just ran across this...

Ford details Powershift transmission for 2012 Focus - Autoblog

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/01/26/ford-details-powershift-dual-clutch-tranny-for-2012-focus/

The 2012 Ford Focus is an exciting piece of machinery for a variety of reasons. It puts the Focus on equal footing across the globe, along with being a stylish and well-equipped compact that should be an entertaining steer. On that last bit, Ford is hyping some of the new driver-centric technologies under the Focus' skin, beginning with the PowerShift dry-clutch six-speed automatic with its Torque Hole Filling Technology (THF). What's that? Ford'

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09-19-2011, 04:55 AM

Toyota used "Land Cruiser", Chrysler used and uses "Daytona" and "Commander"...Ford once used Starliner so Ford using "Powershift" isn't surprising. It's a good, descriptive name.

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