"Stick Shift Revival: Why Manual Transmissions Refuse to Shift into Obscurity Despite the rise of automatic transmissions that can handle increasingly higher power outputs, a surprising number of car enthusiasts are holding on to their love for manual gearboxes. In fact, sales of manual transmission vehicles have remained steady, defying predictions that they would become a relic of the past. But what's behind the enduring popularity of manual transmissions, and what does this say about the driving habits of modern car buyers? From the nostalgic appeal of shifting gears to the thrill of connection with the road, we explore the reasons why manual transmissions continue to shift into high gear."
Although automatics can handle more power, manuals aren't going away just yet.