[QUOTE]Originally posted by WestSideBilly
[B]Regarding the article - so, basically, they're eliminating the clutch, and replacing it with an electro-hydraulic switching system in the final drive unit?

 

So, as I understand it, what's going on is that they are using the Variable LSD as the clutch. It's still a clutch, just computer controlled and in a different location.

 

>>>I shudder to think about only being able to drive cars based on NASCAR technology...<<<

I agree, but I have a friend with an 800 Hp Monte Carlo SS that would DEFINITELY disagree with us . . .

 

If his is a road car made after 1970, then the technology in that car probably is more advanced than NASCAR. They use a lot of new technology to refine their ridiculously old technology that they use on the race cars. Not to mention NASCAR's ever-changing aerodynamic rules that limit any innovation the teams can come up with.

Mark

 

I can't believe that anyone prefers CART or IRL or NASCAR over F1. Totally unfathomable to me.

You might as well go watch the local crack-up derby, since you never know who'll win that.

 

I'm Not An Engineer But, from what I've heard, one of the benefits of this setup is that the transmission can be more directly connected to the engine which gives benefits in power transfer, weight distribution and powertrain size.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Elistan
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Mmmm...

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by naishou
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The USA seems to be the only place it's not popular.