manual transmission

noun

: a system for changing gears that has to be operated by the driver

I can't drive her car because it has a manual transmission instead of an automatic transmission.

Examples of manual transmission in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The convertible is the first open-top version of the high-performance model and will come standard with a manual transmission. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026

That manual transmission will be the 6-speed out of the Z as well, probably. —Joel Feder, The Drive, 15 Apr. 2026

The BN2s had improved suspension, braking and a four-speed manual transmission over the former three-speed gearbox, allowing the stylish two-seater to reach a top speed of 109 mph. —Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2026

The Laredo concept has a manual transmission for all the stick-shift devotees out there and some tasteful horse blanket custom upholstery, though the Laredo can afford to get dirty despite its white paint job and custom seating. —Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 26 Mar. 2026

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