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Manual transmission vehicles may be difficult to learn how to drive, but in the long run they can save you a serious amount of gas money. The tips in this guide will help you master the basics of driving and maintaining a manual transmission vehicle.
A key component to the functionality of a manual transmission is the use of a driver's foot to engage or disengage the clutch mechanism. The clutch mechanism, which is Read More
Compared to vehicles with automatic transmissions, the number of cars, SUVs and pick up trucks with manual transmissions on the road these days is dwindling. Nevertheless, Read More
Most people dread learning how to drive a car with a manual transmission. If you first learned to drive an automatic, you may not feel comfortable with the idea of working Read More
The number of manual shift cars and trucks is decreasing, but a driver may find a need to operate a manual shift vehicle. Driving a manual shift car or truck is different Read More
Learn how to drive a manual transmission and what to do with hands and feet in this free online video instruction. Read More
Practice, practice, practice. The pressure of someone learning to drive a manual transmission can be overwhelming and intimidating, especially when you add in some traffic Read More
Shifting gears on a manual transmission is a delicate balance of knowing when to shift and how. If you do it wrong, it will be glowingly obvious. It is very rare that a car Read More
Learn what RPM to shift on with a manual transmission in this free online video instruction. Read More
Learn how to bypass gears in a manual transmission when learning to drive a stick shift, in this free online lesson. Read More
Learn how to drive uphill from stop using the emergency brake with a manual transmission in this free online video lesson. Read More
Parallel parking can be a daunting task, especially if you're driving a vehicle with a manual transmission and you're attempting to park on a hill. The process to parallel Read More
Learn how to use the clutch of a manual transmission to start a car with a dead battery in this free online video lesson. Read More
Manual transmissions were the very first transmission in existence and have evolved through many stages over the years. Today they are used in every type of vehicle. Manual Read More
Transmission fluids function as a lubricant for the transmission, and over time, it becomes filled with dirt and metal shavings, and old oil can develop into sludge. It Read More
Checking and refilling the manual transmission fluid on your car is part of the maintenance service schedule that keeps your car in good working condition. The procedure is Read More
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