View Single Post
      06-18-2019, 10:20 AM   #24
SteveinArizona
Brigadier General
United_States
3086
Rep
4,210
Posts

Drives: BMW 530e
Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Greater Phoenix

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnnyCanuck View Post
Completely disagree. Driving a manual teaches someone so much more about car control than any automatic ever will. More importanly, driving a manual requires attention and concentration meaning a more focused and attentive driver. Far less likely to be distracted by phones, infotainment systems, etc. Every one I drive with who learned on a stick is invariably a better driver and feel a whole lot safer as a passenger with.
Two different opinions. Exactly that. To quote a Tammany Hall politician at the turn of the 20th century: "You pays your money and you takes your chances".

I agree with everything Mr. Canuck says except for the timing. I just think it is too soon.
Appreciate 0