The manual transmission is still the preferred gear-changing option for many high performance enthusiasts.

For some, though, the manual tranny remains a mystery. And even for seasoned stick shift drivers, the science behind the inner-workings of the manual transmission can be somewhat murky. That’s why we’ve decided to pay if forward by sharing this 3D animation, which we originally saw via Popular Mechanics. It covers things like gear ratio, the act of shifting gears, 2- and 4-speed transmission operation, and the basic anatomy of the manual tranny.

If you’re beyond the basic “101” understanding of the automotive transmission, you can check out manual transmission tech here.

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