> I have driven stick shift cars my whole life, and never encountered one where I had to press in the clutch to start the engine. I think it's mostly a USA thi

> I have driven stick shift cars my whole life, and never encountered one where I had to press in the clutch to start the engine. I think it's mostly a USA thing? Too many lawyers. My 90s BMW (US market) didn't need the clutch pressed to start, but all my other cars have had that annoyance. I usually disable it so I can start the car normally.