The BMW Auto Box has 8 speeds, with a sport setting which speeds up the changes. It is, for a torque converter box, very fast, almost into DCT territory.
The paddles work all time, if you want to change up or down. I use them to drop a gear when needed to ensure an exit from a corner is at optimal revs.
Peter, 66, 2016 Porsche Boxster S No longer driving Tarka, the 2014 Plus 8...
