Manual or Automatic?

Today I don't have a news item. I just have an article I'd like you to read, especially if you live in Europe. It's about the manual vs. automatic transmission debate. I like the style and the conclusion of this article, and I'm sure you will too.

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Symptoms of Transmission Problems

The transmission is one of the most complex parts in your car, and if it breaks down, fixing it can cost a fortune. For this reason, it's important to catch transmission problems early, before they become a real problem. Here is a video that explains how to find the basic ones.



Hope you learned something valuable,
Nadav

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The Manual-Automatic Transmission Debate

Since the dawn of the automatic transmission, there has been a long debate about which type of transmission is better - the manual or the automatic.

It appears that the answer varies from country to country, but it appears that Americans prefer automatic cars while Europeans prefer manuals. When I was in Germany, over 90% of the cars I saw were manual.

Each side has advantages and disadvantages, of course. Manual transmission allows more precise control over the car, which in turn translates into a better gas mileage. However, a manual transmission requires a better driving skill, something that is not required with an automatic transmission. Even more, an automatic transmission is good for city driving, since many gear shiftings are required. But on top of everything, the manual transmission fans claim it's just more fun.

I personally drive an automatic car, but I'd really like to drive a manual one. You know, for the fun.

Have a great weekend,
Nadav

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Drive a Stick Shift

When I first learned how to drive, it was in California, a state well-known for its love of the automatic transmission. When I moved, I had to learn to drive a stick shift. At first I pretty much ruined the instructor's car, I understood the mechanics of a manual transmission and started driving well.

After the California DMV and Expert Village, I finally found a good source of videos, Howcast, which are available on YouTube. Here is their video of driving a stick shift:



Soon my driving test guide will include a special bonus: the stickshift guide. Needless to say, everyone who gets the guide before I upload the new guide will get it as soon as it's available for everyone.

Good luck driving a stick shift,
Nadav

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