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[–] sLLiK@lemmy.ml 43 points 1 year ago (12 children)

I do, too, and drove one for many years. I'll be the one to splash cold water on the conversation, though.

Driving a stick arguably requires the use of both hands and legs, which is great and partly the reason why so many enjoy it - that sense of engagement. It's far less boring.

But here's the deal. Injure any one of those appendages and driving a manual becomes a whole lot less fun. In some cases, you can get by, but it's less than ideal. Having your arm closest to the shift in a sling, for example, makes your vehicle undrivable.

It won't matter to most people... right up until the moment it does.

[–] Leviathan@lemmy.world 17 points 1 year ago (4 children)
  • Clutch with left foot

  • stabilize steering wheel with right knee (if necessary)

  • reach over with left hand and engage gear

  • grab steering wheel with left hand

  • drive normally

Me drinking coffee in the morning, a tutorial.

This is the way.

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