manual transmission

noun

: a system for changing gears that has to be operated by the driver
I can't drive her car because it has a manual transmission instead of an automatic transmission.

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Gordon Murray Automotive For the S1's more relaxed touring role, 80% torque is available from just 2,500 rpm, while the six-speed manual transmission gets a longer sixth gear for high-speed cruising. — New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026 Despite this, one of its most important features, a six-speed manual transmission, never made it to another one of the marque’s cars—until McL 6GT, that is. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026 Thirty years ago, Ferrari was the first to automate the manual transmission, giving its cars a performance advantage. — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 8 July 2026 With precise steering, predictable handling, and an available slick-shifting six-speed manual transmission, this Miata is a textbook topless sports car. — ABC News, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for manual transmission

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“Manual transmission.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manual%20transmission. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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