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Honda Could Have a Manual Transmission for New Electric Vehicles

Honda Could Have a Manual Transmission for New Electric Vehicles

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Honda has long been synonymous with high-quality manual transmissions as we once again experienced in our recent Honda Civic Si review. For decades, enthusiasts have raved about the tactile connection  Full Article »

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Manual Transmission Take Rate on New & Used Cars Increases Slightly
Sep 25, 2023 Ξ Comments Off on Manual Transmission Take Rate on New & Used Cars Increases Slightly

Manual Transmission Take Rate on New & Used Cars Increases Slightly

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Manual transmissions seem to be experiencing a slight resurgence in popularity among car enthusiasts and even a younger generation of drivers. According to data gathered by J.D. Power and reported  Full Article »

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Almost Half of All 2023 Toyota GR Supras Sold have A Manual Transmission
Aug 16, 2023 Ξ Comments Off on Almost Half of All 2023 Toyota GR Supras Sold have A Manual Transmission

Almost Half of All 2023 Toyota GR Supras Sold have A Manual Transmission

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The 2023 Toyota GR Supra has become a focal point of manual transmission enthusiasts in the United States. According to a recent confirmation by a Toyota spokesperson to Road &  Full Article »

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67% of New Ford Mustang Buyers Choose V8 Engine, 25% opt for Manual Transmission
Aug 14, 2023 Ξ Comments Off on 67% of New Ford Mustang Buyers Choose V8 Engine, 25% opt for Manual Transmission

67% of New Ford Mustang Buyers Choose V8 Engine, 25% opt for Manual Transmission

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The new 2024 Ford Mustang is out and consumers are placing up orders at a decent pace. However, curiosity is ringing as many want to know how many people are  Full Article »

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BMW Ends Dual-Clutch Transmissions – Manuals on Chopping Block in 6 to 7 Years
Jun 19, 2023 Ξ Comments Off on BMW Ends Dual-Clutch Transmissions – Manuals on Chopping Block in 6 to 7 Years

BMW Ends Dual-Clutch Transmissions – Manuals on Chopping Block in 6 to 7 Years

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BMW has mostly bid farewell to dual-clutch transmissions, marking the end of an era for the snappy-shifting gearbox. Even the rare and expensive M4 CSL adopted a torque converter automatic  Full Article »

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Want a Manual Transmission in Your New EV? Toyota May have you Covered by 2026
Jun 14, 2023 Ξ Comments Off on Want a Manual Transmission in Your New EV? Toyota May have you Covered by 2026

Want a Manual Transmission in Your New EV? Toyota May have you Covered by 2026

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Toyota is aiming to introduce a simulated manual transmission for their electric vehicles (EVs) by 2026, offering customers a unique driving experience. The concept was initially showcased in a Lexus  Full Article »

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2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with Manual Transmission is Available One Last Time
Jun 5, 2023 Ξ Comments Off on 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with Manual Transmission is Available One Last Time

2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with Manual Transmission is Available One Last Time

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Dodge made a significant change to the Challenger SRT Hellcat for recent model years (after mid cycle 2021) by removing the standard six-speed manual transmission. However, the Tremec TR-6060 gearbox  Full Article »

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A Lost Art Found Again: Hagerty Driving Experience Teaches Youth How to Drive a Manual Transmission Vehicle
Sep 21, 2021 Ξ Comments Off on A Lost Art Found Again: Hagerty Driving Experience Teaches Youth How to Drive a Manual Transmission Vehicle

A Lost Art Found Again: Hagerty Driving Experience Teaches Youth How to Drive a Manual Transmission Vehicle

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Let’s face it, the manual transmission is on life support as only a handful of automakers offer such in their new vehicle lineup. The take rate for manual transmissions is  Full Article »

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Genesis G70 2.0 six-speed Future Classic
Apr 29, 2020 Ξ Comments Off on Genesis G70 2.0 six-speed Future Classic

Genesis G70 2.0 six-speed Future Classic

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The Genesis G70 has ensured its future classic status for a very good reason. It’s out to fight the Audi A4, BMW 3-Series, Mercedes C-Class, and it’s the only one  Full Article »

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Some People Give A Shift!
Jun 24, 2014 Ξ Comments Off on Some People Give A Shift!

Some People Give A Shift!

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Our good friend Joel Feder from the Motor Authority is just like us… He loves rowing his own gears and most true automotive enthusiasts (Automotive Addicts) wouldn’t have it any  Full Article »

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Manual Transmission Sales Rise, At Least For Now
Aug 1, 2012 Ξ Comments Off on Manual Transmission Sales Rise, At Least For Now

Manual Transmission Sales Rise, At Least For Now

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In 2011, only 3.9 percent of the cars sold in the United States came equipped with a manual transmission. Through the first half of 2012, that number has risen to  Full Article »

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Shifting Debacle: BMW Patent Designs for 7-Speed Manual Transmission Exposed
Jun 8, 2012 Ξ Comments Off on Shifting Debacle: BMW Patent Designs for 7-Speed Manual Transmission Exposed

Shifting Debacle: BMW Patent Designs for 7-Speed Manual Transmission Exposed

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The transmission debacle in the eye of enthusiasts is just as frustrating as listening to the latest political ‘stories’ in the media. In knowing how the manual transmission is going  Full Article »

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BMW To Offer Manual Transmission On New M6

BMW To Offer Manual Transmission On New M6

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Some automotive purists cannot be convinced of the idea that dual-clutch transmissions or other variations of automated manual gearboxes are better than the traditional three-pedal manual stick-shift. BMW happens to  Full Article »

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Porsche’s Seven Speed Gearbox, Explained

Porsche’s Seven Speed Gearbox, Explained

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Seven and eight speed gearboxes are the way of the future, since they offer up a blend of both performance and fuel economy simply not possible with five and six  Full Article »

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It’s Over, Johnny: Lamborghini Kills The Manual Transmission

It’s Over, Johnny: Lamborghini Kills The Manual Transmission

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The replacement for Lamborghini’s Gallardo, due next year, will come only with a slushbox. Granted, it’s a dual-clutch, paddle-shifted slushbox that will produce quicker and more precise shifts than a  Full Article »

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