A money market mutual fund is a type of fixed income mutual fund that invests in debt securities characterized by their short maturities and minimal credit risk. Money market mutual funds are among the lowest-volatility types of investments.
Geartronic is Volvo Cars ' name for its manumatic transmission, similar to Porsche's Tiptronic. It is available in 5, 6 and 8 speed models, and is controlled by a microprocessor. The microprocessor automatically shifts to the next gear if a forgetful user in manual mode red lines the engine.
A gearbox is a mechanical device utilized to increase the output torque or change the speed (RPM) of a motor. The motor's shaft is attached to one end of the gearbox and through the internal configuration of gears of a gearbox, provides a given output torque and speed determined by the gear ratio. The physical components of gearboxes vary from one gearbox type to another, as well as differences between manufacturers.