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Originally Posted by Array
This is pretty much how I also handle my AT, Shifters when I'm feeling spirited and auto when I feel like being a lazy American
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Automatic transmissions (even those with paddles) are for the lazy, imho. Some people love them though, so I won't knock them. However, for me, an automatic transmission of any kind really kills the driving experience. Specifically, my experience tracking a 458 Italia was ruined by the paddles. Why Ferrari would axe the beautiful gated shifter is beyond my comprehension. According to Ferrari, it's purely for numbers, but perhaps those wealthy enough to buy them new are dumb enough to shy away from manual transmissions.
Anyway, in response to your post, I try not to let the RPMs spike above 5000 on downshifts, unless I really need every pony.