Flywheel and Torque Converter - Why Both Matter So Much

Most people don't think about their flywheel and torque converter until the car starts making a sound that resembles a bag of hammers in a dryer. It's one of those "out of sight, out of mind" situations where everything is fine until it really, really isn't. If you've ever wondered why some cars have a clutch pedal and others just creep forward when you let off the brake, you're essentially looking at the difference between these two components. ...

February 10, 2026 · 7 min · Jami Jackeline