Shifters
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How to Safely Use Unconventional Car Shifters
Even if your car has a shifter you find frustrating, there are ways to make sure you’re using it safely, says Funkhouser. Ask the dealer. If you just bought the car, you may find a brief operational tutorial at the dealership useful, not just for operation of the controls, but for phone pairing, instrument panel customization, power seat memory settings,…
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What You Need to Know About Paddle Shifters
Away from the race track, paddle shifters are far less common. In CR’s survey, 60 percent of drivers who said the vehicle they drive most often had an automatic transmission said that it did not have paddle shifters. Sixteen percent said they did not know whether their vehicle had them or not. “Paddle shifters come in a lot of luxury…
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How to Unlock Your Car Shifter’s Secret Powers
But a lot of automatic transmissions have shifters with settings that can make driving more fun, reduce brake wear and tear, and give you an edge in certain driving situations. “For decades, most new cars have come equipped with transmission features that can help you drive your car more safely, and maybe even give you a little more enjoyment,” says…
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