Mays also drove a 2009 ForTwo with the new transmission changes and said “it’s noticeably improved, but it still has worlds to go.” Smart car offering to upgrade balky transmissions on ...

The car is then able to downshift ahead of a roundabout, and shift back up as the car starts to accelerate again. BMW claims that this 'Eco Pro' mode can increase fuel efficiency by up to 25 percent.

2016 Smart ForTwo; | Cars.com photo by Bill Jackson. ... On the highway, when you do need to pass, the transmission kicks down and you get a lot of engine noise, but it still doesn’t shoot forward.

For 2016, Smart ForTwo has zeroed in on the two biggest flaws of this tiny car—its transmission and its harsh ride—and improved both. It’s also spruced up the interior and tweaked the design ...

Smart cars have a complex fluid system, including motor oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and coolant. They all play their part in the functioning of your Smart, and ensuring you top them up and ...

The Smart Roadster never made it to American shores as a new car, but with the rolling 25-year-old import rules, it will soon be possible for more Americans to experience this unique machine.

The first and second generation Smart Fortwo both came with a very similar transmission: a six-speed semi-automatic, also known as a robotized manual.

Read our full 2015 smart fortwo review for pros, cons, pricing, and expert insights. Our editors test drive over 200 vehicles a year to help car shoppers pick the right vehicle for them.

Changing your vehicle's transmission fluid is vital for it to perform at its best. If you want to skip a trip to the mechanic ...

In 2008, when gas cost $4 a gallon, the fuel-sipping Smart Fortwo looked like a smart buy. Now the quirky two-seater made by Daimler (better known for its Mercedes) looks like a fad that has run ...

Oh, and it wasn't going to be any SUV. No, SUV to Smart meant Smart Utility Vehicle. Yes, even I cringed when I read that. The SUV was due to hit American roads in 2006.

Full test of the 2016 Smart Fortwo with automatic transmission, a half-size car for urban dwellers. Read the review and see photos at Car and Driver.