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For me, the luster is lost because driving is typically high stress. Having to drive a manual would only increase the number of things I need to concern myself

For me, the luster is lost because driving is typically high stress. Having to drive a manual would only increase the number of things I need to concern myself with and make it more stressful. I realize I'm probably in the minority. Particularly because about the only place I don't mind driving is on the highway, probably because I usually just cruise in one lane without having to make many decisions except when I need to exit or the occasional lane change.

Zak 15y ago
No, you're not in the minority. I think the majority of Americans don't actually like driving. They might see the car as a status symbol, or as freedom or as necessary. They might prefer to be a driver than a passenger due to issues of power, control or trust but few actually get much out of the act of driving. I love driving a good sports car with a manual transmission. I'm the minority, not you.
seanp2k2 15y ago
I long for the day when I can leave my somewhat sporty car in the garage and only take it out when I intend to have a blast driving, and use public transit, bicycles, and my feet for everything else. When I drive, my primary focus is on "not dying". Driving near Detroit every day, this is actually pretty hard. Can't wait to move to a city where car ownership isn't necessary.,