Manual vs Automatic transmission in TV

proxim2020 wrote:
Trying to meet ever tightening emission standards is another reason why we're seeing manuals disappear. It's much easier for manufacturers to write algorithms for auto since everything is interconnected electronically. The ECU knows the speed, rpm, load, etc and can easily control the engine/transmission to reduce emissions. It's not so easy with manuals since the operator can select a gear on a whim. The operator can easily lug or over rev a gear which will cause emission spikes.

I still love my manuals, but when it comes to towing I'll stick with the autos. When you think about it, they're the best for longevity. The vehicle spends its whole life trying to protect itself. It's more complicated and little less efficient, but the trade off is that you'll probably get more life out of the tranny and engine.

The reason the manual transmission is gone in a nutshell. There was a discussion a while back that manual transmission are not De-rated on power just measured at different parameters then automatics.