A DSG transmission is a dual clutch transmission used by Volkswagen. A DSG uses two wet, multi-plate clutches to activate separate drive shafts which send torque via the even or odd gear sets.

A DSG gearbox is effectively two gearboxes in one, connected to the engine by two drive shafts. As well as two gearboxes there are also two clutches and both the gearboxes and clutches are ...

For the vast majority of the time a DSG-equipped vehicle can be driven in the exact same manner as a conventional automatic. With the transmission in position D there is no need to shift manually, and ...

The acclaimed Volkswagen DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) has evolved from a humble 6-speed into a new compact 7-speed and undergone a thorough revision in the process.

an eight-speed automatic on front-wheel-drive models and a seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission (VW calls it DSG) for 4Motion all-wheel-drive models. Yet, for 2025 VW is dropping the DSG ...

The six-speed DSG gearbox, which was introduced in 2003 ... to act as an overdrive function making it ideal for motorway driving with the additional effect of raising economy and comfort levels.

Q) My wife and I love the DSG gearbox fitted to our Skoda Octavia for its quick, smooth changes and good fuel economy. Does any manufacturer outside the VW Group offer this type of gearbox?