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.

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The car’s output is managed by a six-speed manual transmission. Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2026 The new Prelude doesn’t include a manual transmission option. James Raia, Mercury News, 30 Aug. 2026 Back in its heyday, the company made the 35-J Raceabout, a performance car from the Brass Era that had a four-speed manual transmission. Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Gordon Murray Automotive For the S1's more relaxed touring role, 80% torque is available from just 2,500 rpm, while the six-speed manual transmission gets a longer sixth gear for high-speed cruising. New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for manual transmission

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“Manual transmission.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manual%20transmission. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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