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Originally Posted by Ecky
Regarding gearing, I've noticed most manual transmissions (available in the US) are not geared "properly" for economy - but manuals are only something like 1-3% of vehicles sold. I'd wager most of those opting for manuals are not opting for them for economy.
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I remember comparing specs of cars available in the United States and in Brazil around 15 years ago, and noticing most automakers highlighted close-ratio manuals there, while wide-ratio ones were prefered here.