True for many of us enthusiasts

[theking]

The automotive landscape has been rapidly evolving over the last couple of years and things have changed drastically. One area where purists have found themselves feeling a little somber is transmission, with the manual transmission becoming harder and harder to find, even in high-performance cars. With there being clear benefits to automatic transmissions, whether you’re driving a little hatchback or a high-performance sports car, plenty find themselves wondering why the manual is so beloved. Ask any enthusiast, and they will tell you that it gives them a better connection with the car. To explore what this means, we take a dive into how transmissions have evolved and what makes a manual so engaging. We also see why the industry has put so much focus on the shift to automatics.

[Boost]

I used to think that but now I prefer auto w/paddle shift. Maybe back in the 80s and 90s the manuals were more engaging to drive. I've done several road courses and auto is fun when you can shift. 

[theking]

I used to think that but now I prefer auto w/paddle shift.

Nothing wrong with that as not everyone is built the same so individuals having different preferences is all good.