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Jan 04, 2025 - 09:15 PM
With a manual, you’re in total control—you decide when to shift, which makes it awesome for spirited driving or off-roading. Plus, manuals are usually cheaper to maintain since they’ve got fewer complicated parts. That said, they can be a pain in stop-and-go traffic, and not everyone knows how to drive one anymore.
Automatics, on the other hand, are super easy to use—no clutch, no hassle. They’re great for long drives or towing, and modern automatics are getting really good at efficiency and performance. The downside? Repairs can be pricier, and you lose some of that connected, "hands-on" driving feel.
Personally, I love driving stick for the fun of it, but if I were stuck in city traffic all day, I’d probably go automatic.
