I learned to drive in an automatic.. in the 1980s. Pretty common here in Australia. Yes can drive a manual as well but prefer auto as I have arthritis. Many disabled people prefer auto.

[–] butterflyattack@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

As does my mum, who failed her test over ten times in a manual. She just couldn't get the hang of the clutch. Me, I don't like automatics, feels like I have less control.

[–] Patches@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 year ago

Most people prefer Auto. It's why it's more difficult than ever to get a manual. Some models do not even offer it as an option at all.