You might feel that stepping into your car and heading out into the traffic is taking your life in your hands. The media constantly reminds us of ‘road rage’, while others drive dangerously due to drugs or alcohol – or just plain stupidity, it seems. So what about whether you drive an automatic or a manual?
While studies show that young drivers are at the most risk of accidents, not much has been mentioned about the kind of transmission their car has, or if it plays a part in accidents.
For those who don’t want a 4WD with a bull-bar to help ensure their safety in an accident, let’s think about the ordinary family sedan….. manual or automatic transmission. Is one really safer than the other?