, often referred to as a stick shift, is a beloved feature for many car enthusiasts due to its control, engagement, and driving experience. However, to ensure that your manual transmission lasts ...
The resurgence of manual transmissions in recent years has sparked renewed interest among driving enthusiasts. As automatic transmission technology continues to advance, the return of stick shifts ...
According to the 2024 EPA Automotive Trends report, nearly 35% of all new vehicle models sold in 1980 were equipped with a manual transmission — but for 2024, that number has shrunk to below 1%. Yet ...
One of the cornerstones of the automotive enthusiast community today is a true manual transmission. Several types exist, ranging from traditional manuals to computerized DCTs that function as de facto ...
It's easy for us here at Autoblog to be biased about manual transmissions. It's easily our favorite way to drive, no matter how underpowered a car might be. At the end of the day, it's about control ...
Ian Wright joined CarBuzz as an automotive journalist and photographer in 2018. His career started with specialist publications, covering everything from Harley-Davidson to Ferrari. Before writing for ...
The history of the automatic transmission is full of misfires: The 1904 Sturtevant unit was known to have its centrifugal weights fly apart, and early versions of the Hydra-Matic still required the ...