British automaker Noble is known for its lightweight, old-school supercars. And the new Noble M500, first shown almost four years ago, keeps up that tradition, pairing a Ford GT V6 with a gated manual shifter. But that simplicity might mean this mid-engine supercar can't come to the US.
Thanks to twin turbochargers, a new engine management system, and some software tweaks, Underground Racing pulled 1500 hp out of a 2020 Audi R8 Decennium's V10. But it also put something back in: a gated six-speed manual.
One of the best values in the Porsche Cayenne lineup, the GTS, once offered a manual transmission during the first-gen model's lifetime. And one of these rare performance luxury SUVs, a 2009 example, is up for grabs at an affordable price on the auction site Bring a Trailer.
Although it's getting increasingly difficult to find new cars with manual transmissions, the stick-shift option hasn't died out in 2022. There are a variety of new cars--sports cars, hot hatches, sports sedans, and 'conventional' cars--that offer manuals.
Hyundai once again offers their manual transmission with the brand's dual-clutch as an option on the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N. Is the DCT worth the extra cash?
Although it's not the only motorcycle company to use them, Ducati bikes of a certain vintage are well-remembered for the look and sound of their dry clutches. However, due to increasing noise regulations, all but the most hardcore modern Ducatis have switched over to easier-to-live-with wet clutches. But some conversion kits are still available.
By cutting down shifting distance and time, true short-throw shifters often make sporty cars even more fun to drive. And not only are short shifters relatively inexpensive, but they're simple enough to install in your own garage or driveway.
The time-honored debate that plagues manual transmission drivers involves driving in low gear versus high gear. Surely there was that friend or family member who coached you through learning how to drive a stick. There are times when you should be shifting into low gear. Here's the breakdown according to Don Franklin Auto.
When it comes to learning how to drive a stick, everyone starts somewhere. But investing in an expensive sports car and learning on the fly could get expensive if rowing your own doesn't come naturally. These are some affordable options with forgiving transmission for those who want to learn manual.