The Toyota Supra and the Resurgence of Manual Transmissions
In the continuously changing world of automotive technology, the manual transmission is frequently treated as an artifact from a bygone era. As automatic transmissions become more and more popular since they are much easier to live with, many automotive enthusiasts lament the possible end of manual gear shifting. But with the arrival of the latest Toyota Supra, this hallmark has once again come back from near extinction as it were with a brand new life line.
A Nod to Tradition
The Toyota Supra is a veritable legend in the sports car world, and for very good reason. The Supra has been the lust object of many automotive enthusiasts with its meaty engine and well-thought out design. Beyond being a feature, this is — for the first time in an iconic car that has shifted countless automatics over its lifetime — mercy to drivers who delight in feeling connected and being able to shift with their own hands.
No other car provides for driving experience like this
Operating a manual transmission is much more than just propelling yourself forward; for it being the true essence of driving, an experience. And the esoteric value that enthusiasts hold dear: some derive joy from blipping their own throttle and watching an electronically scripted downshift unsettle what would otherwise be linear chassis load distribution, while others value break through sensation between driver and machine. For the people who feel that a mere 2300-lb Lotus is already too rude and recalcitrant, cars like this Toyota Supra offer manual transmissions so they can keep it real and get an unfiltered sense of every last heartbeat of engine power or chassis response.
A Growing Demand
This is supported by the fact that although automatic transmissions have nearly 70% of the market,, many buyers still hope for a third pedal. One of the areas where traditional manual gearboxes have remained relatively popular is in those cars that seek to offer a more involving and sportier driving package overall. Interest in this manual Toyota Supra is part of a larger trend toward celebration of the art and interaction that comes as standard with stick shifts.
Conclusion
A six-speed manual transmission option on the Toyota Supra proves that driver's passion isn't dead yet, contrary to popular belief. While the death knell is ringing for manual transmissions in this era of driver-assist features and autonomy, they still hold a cherished sway among consumers who clearly love to prawls their gears. More: Toyota Supra is better and shinier for 2021, stick to tradition For the rest of us, this all is just one big reminder this D day that in a world consumed by automation and digital displays we still champions; drivers who could be driving automatics but got out there anyway.
