Hyundai details new, in-house developed six-speed automatic

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After four years of development, Hyundai has joined the ranks of GM and Ford as the only automaker to develop its own six-speed automatic transmission in-house. The new 'box sheds over 26 pounds and 62 parts from Hyundai's five-speed unit, while increasing fuel economy by 12% and decreasing shift times. Five different variants of the six-speed will be produced, with the 2009 Hyundai Azera equipped with the 3.3-liter Lambda V6 being the first recipient, followed by 16 other models, including the redesigned Santa Fe, due to hit dealers in late 2009 or early 2010. Hyundai claims that the new gearbox is "maintenance free," and lacks a dipstick since the fluid is good for the life of the vehicle (we'll see). Hyundai is also continuing development of its eight-speed automatic which is expected to make it to market sometime next year in the Genesis sedan. Press release below the fold.

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