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Editorial18 March 2026

Automatic vs Manual: Which Actually Uses Less Fuel?

The short answer is simple: it depends on the type of automatic. A dual-clutch gearbox cruising on the motorway, a CVT in stop-start city traffic, and a modern 8-speed torque conve...

PetrolSavings Editorial Updated 18 March 2026

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Automatic vs Manual: Which Actually Uses Less Fuel?

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