Trends come, trends go. Back in the 2000s, automatic transmissions were the preferred choice for supercars as they were seen as “motorsport-derived” and provided a more modern feeling. Now, the tide has turned, and we’re going back to owners and collectors wanting the tactile feedback of rowing through gears using a stick and three pedals. After Ferrari revealed a “fake” manual shift, McLaren is here to join the party with a real manual transmission.
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