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Most models are available only with an automatic transmission, which is the choice of most American car buyers. Many automatics now provide a manual-shift mode that works much like a manual transmission but without a clutch. Selecting gears yourself can make a car more enjoyable to drive. Manual-shift mode is also handy when driving in hilly or mountainous areas because it provides more control when shifting down on long descents, easing the burden on the brakes. A few automatics have a winter mode, where the transmission starts in second gear to improve traction on slippery surfaces. Manual transmissions which are often available in inexpensive or sporty models, provide better performance and fuel economy than automatics. Many drivers also find them more fun to drive. However, if you spend a lot of time in stop-and-go traffic, working the clutch a lot can become a chore. A recent design being used by some automakers is a computer-shifted manual transmission that works like an automatic but provides the sporty shift feel of a manual.

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