[OFFICIAL] Manual v. Automatic Thread

[Zsteve]

I have the 7AT and I use the shifter all the time, and it feels like Im doing everything but the clutch. Im getting to where I know what speed Im in by the gear Im in without looking, like I could with my stick. I in no way miss the clutch at all and I still get that burst of speed when Im shifting with the paddles or the stick by being in the right gear for quick boost. Buts all an individual thing that you have to figure out for yourself. And if Im in traffic its a hell of alot easier. And when Im in regular "D" mode I get good MPG without having to worry about shifting at low rpms as it does it for you.