Modern manual transmissions, at least what's left of manuals, are typically five-speed or six-speed setups. However, decades ago, there was a time when manual transmissions were made in four-speed and ...

Rev hang is a common problem with modern manual transmissions where the engine RPM does not drop immediately once you press the clutch in, even if you're completely removed your foot from the throttle ...

Typically (but not always) found in specialized cars and motorcycles, a sequential manual transmission, often shortened to just "sequential," is a type of manual gearbox which, like a traditional ...

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With the announcement of the 2025 Jetta GLI and its continuation of the manual transmission on Tuesday, Volkswagen continues to pull some serious weight in the enthusiast circle. But, while the ...