For car enthusiasts, a manual transmission represents something far more profound than simply a means of changing gears. They'll be the first to tell you it's not a preference, it's a lifestyle. When ...

In a world dominated by continuously variable transmissions (CVTs), dual-clutch transmissions (DCTs), and sophisticated automatics, the manual transmission feels a bit anachronistic. Among today’s sea ...

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Shifting gears, the feel of the clutch underneath your foot. These mark the experience behind the wheel of a manual transmission car — now a rare breed in the U.S. Though the American auto industry ...

In recent years, automakers have introduced increasingly advanced driver assist systems. The act of driving is becoming more detached as manufacturers race to be the first to bring a fully-autonomous ...

When Honda extended the invitation to attend their first annual Shifting Gears event near Angeles Crest Highway, it compelled me to learn how to drive a manual again. Though there are pros to not ...

The world still wants manuals, Mini maintains, so it’s upping its manual model count to nine, starting in March. “Fun to drive” was the top characteristic respondents most associated with a manual ...

If you are often driving a manual transmission car, you've probably had instances where you skipped from first to third gear or even went from fifth gear down to third gear. It seems faster and more ...