Ford is drawing a clear line in the sand on the future of the stick-shift Mustang. While manual transmissions vanish from rival lineups, the company’s chief executive is telling enthusiasts that the ...

Ford’s CEO was adamant in his comments, using the same words as the late actor and National Rifle Association president Chuck ...

When Alex Torres put down a deposit for a new sport compact last fall, the request was simple: same trim, same color, one specific detail that mattered a lot—three pedals. The sales rep nodded, wrote ...

In the early 2000s, manual transmissions were still relatively common in heavy-duty pickups like the Ram 2500, Ford F-Series ...

The most reliable sports car you can pick up today, if it wasn't already obvious, is the Mazda MX-5 Miata. While reliability isn't generally on your mind when you're banging gears and torturing tires ...

Chris joined CarBuzz in June 2025. He's held positions at Ford and Motor1, and contributed to Autoblog, Car Throttle, Auto Trader, and many other motoring outlets during his 28-year career. Chris ...

The manual transmission’s future is in question and has been for several years now. It’s alive because of enthusiasts, plain and simple. The take rates for the performance models an available manual ...

Car enthusiasts who enjoy staying hands-on while driving share a common concern: manual transmissions are becoming rare. With automatic and electric vehicles dominating the market, it can feel like ...

Justin Pritchard is a seasoned Sudbury, Ontario-based automotive journalist, producer, and technical writer. With a passion for cars and a talent for storytelling, he's established himself as a ...

Manual transmissions are very rare these days, especially from American car companies. Since most drivers prefer automatics, a stick shift is an acquired taste. With most of them remaining only in ...