Manual transmissions are not dead

Check out this story in Autoblog. Buyers continue to choose cars with manual transmissions.

  • Some automakers saw increased U.S. demand for manual transmissions in select models last year.
  • Others, like BMW M models and Toyota sports cars, reported decreases in manual sales share.
  • Renewed interest in manual gearboxes may grow as manufacturers reconsider all-electric strategies.

Read it here.



Posted on Friday, January 16, 2026 7:41 AM, updated on Friday, January 16, 2026 8:25 AM
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