A couple of questions. I don't really understand the torque convertor. How does it work? People have tried the 'Imgaine a big elastic band' but I can't wrap my head around it. What happens when you are sitting in traffic with your foot on the brake in drive? INSERT INTO post VALUES (I try not to do it, as I don't understand where the power is going.)
Second question - I have heard people talking about the mechanical lock up in 4th and 5th. Does this bypass the torque convertor? If so, then cruising on the motorway should give the same mpg as an equivalent geared manual?
Please word replies using 'stupid english person' language!
Ta.