[Commodoreman2000]

GM Files Patent for 7 Speed, Dual Clutch Transmission
by YOAV GILAD on SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

GM Files Patent for 7 Speed, Dual Clutch Transmission

We knew the C7 Corvette’s A6 automatic transmission was going to be phased out at some point and speculation has been rampant that a new, 8 speed transmission would replace it. After all, GM has been talking about the upcoming 8-speed for a while now. However, it now seems that the Vette’s next automatic might just be a clutch-less manual.

At this point it’s anyone’s guess whether this transmission will find a home in a special super-stingray (Z07 or ZR1) in order to compete with more upmarket cars (and command a larger premium over a “regular” Vette). But our guess is that it will completely replace the Corvette’s slushbox across the entire range– coupe, convertible, Z07, etc. This scenario would see GM’s trucks receiving the well-publicized 8-speed auto and the Corvette (and perhaps performance-oriented Cadillacs) getting the DCT.

Is this what you’ve been waiting for? What do you think about the Corvette having a DCT? If you’d like to review the patent application, Patent Images

 

[cbsmith402]

Bah, who would want a DCT in a SS? :biggrin:

 

[BahamaTodd]

However, it now seems that the Vette’s next automatic might just be a clutch-less manual.

Clutchless? Looks like its got two clutches to me...

 

[Commodoreman2000]

Clutchless? Looks like its got two clutches to me...

I prefer Crotchless myself:wink:

 

[KenzSS]

Don't YOU get chaffed? HAHAHA :funnypost:

 

[Big Block Meister]

lmao

DCT...?

 

[BahamaTodd]

What do you mean? A DCT will save you time.

We'll probably see this in the Corvette and Cadillacs. Maybe the next Camaro. The only chance we'll see it in the SS is if there is a next generation on the Alpha platform.

 

[brianch]

Where is TTC6 when you need him.