The Case Against Manual Transmissions: Are Stick Shifts Obsolete?

The Real Reason Why Enthusiasts Are Holding Onto The Stick Shift

The automotive industry’s rapid evolution serves as both a breeding ground for groundbreaking technology and a resting place for outdated equipment. As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of truly autonomous vehicles equipped with advanced systems,…

Manual Transmissions See Modest Comeback as Enthusiasts Embrace Nostalgia and Driving Engagement

Manual Transmissions See Modest Comeback as Enthusiasts Embrace Nostalgia and Driving Engagement

Manual transmission sales, after decades of decline, have experienced a slight but measurable resurgence. While the increase—approximately one percentage point—remains modest, it is significant in the context of the longstanding dominance of automatic transmissions. However,…