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 ...

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 ...

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.

Atop its base price of $20,640 (including the automatic transmission), our Fortwo Passion cabrio test car’s optional equipment included a $100 center armrest, a $120 dashtop-mounted tachometer ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.

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.