New Rev-Matching Autos; Your Manual Tranny Replacement?
Hey,
So we know that Formula 1-style manual transmissions have been around for a while, where you use paddle shifters to electronically shift gears, and the clutch is controlled for you by a computer.
But recently, manufacturers like BMW, Mercedes, Jaguar, and others have equipped select vehicles with regular automatic transmissions that can rev-match on downshifts, and respond very quickly to the paddle or button shifters.
For example, the new BMW 335i Coupe in automatic transmission can do this, and has optional paddle shifters for manual shifting (standard on Sport Package). Do you guys see this new feature in automatic trannies as a final convincing factor to replace your regular manual transmission?
Thanks,
MrElussive
Hey,
So we know that Formula 1-style manual transmissions have been around for a while, where you use paddle shifters to electronically shift gears, and the clutch is controlled for you by a computer.
But recently, manufacturers like BMW, Mercedes, Jaguar, and others have equipped select vehicles with regular automatic transmissions that can rev-match on downshifts, and respond very quickly to the paddle or button shifters.
For example, the new BMW 335i Coupe in automatic transmission can do this, and has optional paddle shifters for manual shifting (standard on Sport Package). Do you guys see this new feature in automatic trannies as a final convincing factor to replace your regular manual transmission?
Thanks,
MrElussive
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