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Shifting Gears: Mastering Manual Transmissions and the Latest in Auto Industry News
Shifting Gears: Mastering Manual Transmissions and the Late…
Ever wonder why your gear shifts aren't as smooth as butter or how to keep your manual transmission purring like a kitten? Let's shift into…
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March 1, 2024

Shifting Gears: Mastering Manual Transmissions and the Latest in Auto Industry News

Shifting Gears: Mastering Manual Transmissions and the Latest in Auto Industry News
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In Wheel Time Car Talk

Ever wonder why your gear shifts aren't as smooth as butter or how to keep your manual transmission purring like a kitten? Let's shift into high gear and get you up to speed on maintaining that gearbox with our top-notch manual transmission driving tips. We'll go through the dos and don'ts of stick shift handling, from why resting your hand on the gear shifter isn't just a bad habit but a gearbox's nemesis, to the unspoken rules of clutch engagement. And, because we're all about the real deal, we'll mix in stories from the trenches—those moments behind the wheel that taught us lessons we can't keep to ourselves.

As the engines cool from our manual transmission masterclass, we transition to the latest auto industry headlines that are revving up conversations. Hear all about the resurgence of Detroit's iconic Michigan Central Station thanks to Ford and what's behind the production pit stop for GM's 2024 mid-sized pickups. We'll peek behind the assembly line curtains with tales from the Subaru plant mishap to the riveting dance of precision in a Corolla factory. Then, we're cruising through the local car scene with a sneak preview of upcoming car shows and events that have us itching to hit the road. Plus, we'll unpack the automotive implications of the Biden administration's environmental policy and take a joyride into the future of car collecting, all with our regular car buffs joining in to gear up the good vibes. Strap in, because this episode is a high-octane trip through the fast lane of car culture.

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Chapters

00:01 - Manual Transmission Driving Tips

12:28 - Michigan Central Station and Auto Industry

20:07 - Car Show Listings and Vehicle Talk