Old May 25, 2010 | 12:36 PM
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Default Re: Automatic transmission in a sports car!!!???

Originally Posted by indyjoe
Unfortunately, fewer and fewer "sports" cars will come with manual transmissions as standard, or even as an option. Most supercars have paddle shifters. In fact, the Scuderia has an option that allows you to floor the throttle in mid-corner, and the electronics will determine the necessary power to traction ratio that will allow you to exit a corner like a F1 champ.
Yeah, it's technically impressive, but I still enjoy a manual tranny that keeps my reflexes sharp. Next thing you know, there will be a switch for the computer to play your video game for you.
 
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