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12 December 2018

Automatic or manual? Advantages and disadvantages

By purchasing a new vehicle, you have the option to choose whether you prefer a manual or automatic transmission. But what are the advantages and disadvantages?

Manual Transmission

Advantages

If you drive well, you could use your brakes less quickly, spend less fuel, and control your car better. It also allows you to fully enjoy the pleasure of driving. Finally, your vehicle will be cheaper to buy!

Disadvantages

Manual driving may be more demanding and tiring in traffic jams, steep climbs or other specific situations. In addition, it requires greater patience to control, to avoid « choking ».

Automatic Transmission

Advantages

Driving automatically allows you to have a relaxed and easy ride. You will not have to worry about gear changes, clutch bearings, etc. Easier to learn, it is becoming more and more used, so you will have a greater choice when making your selection.

Disadvantages

With automatic driving, you do not feel the pleasure of driving, which is not suitable for car enthusiasts. The price of the car is also higher, and you risk consuming more gas.