tiptronic
Driver-controlled gear shifting
Tiptronic is a type of automatic transmission that allows the driver to manually shift gears without a clutch pedal, typically by tapping the gear lever forward or back.
Originally a Porsche trademark, the term has become generic for any automatic transmission with a manual shifting option.
I switched to tiptronic mode on the mountain roads for better control.
The feature appeals to drivers who want automatic convenience with occasional manual engagement.
Operating without intervention
- manualWritten instructions for use
- sequentialOccurring in succession
- gearboxEnclosed system of cogs
- shifterDevice for changing gears
paddle · clutchless · dual-clutch · powertrain · drivetrain · CVT · slushbox
Change to lower gear
- upshiftEngage higher gear
- overtakingGetting ahead of another
- spiritedFull of vim
- controlAuthority to direct
responsiveness · acceleration · cornering · tachometer · redline · RPM · throttle · kickdown
automatic
Operating without intervention
- manualWritten instructions for use
- sequentialOccurring in succession
- gearboxEnclosed system of cogs
shifter · paddle · clutchless · dual-clutch · powertrain · drivetrain · CVT · slushbox
downshift
Change to lower gear
- upshiftEngage higher gear
- overtakingGetting ahead of another
- spiritedFull of vim
control · responsiveness · acceleration · cornering · tachometer · redline · RPM · throttle · kickdown · dynamic
Porsche
German luxury automaker
- AudiGerman premium car manufacturer
- VolkswagenGerman automobile corporation
- BMWBavarian motor works
Mercedes · luxury · sedan · SUV · GT · touring · premium · OEM · equipment · specification
tiptronicmanual transmission
Driver-operated gear selector
stick shift · standard transmission · automatic transmission · CVT