How To Drive a Manual Transmission - Part 1: The Very Basics

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    So you've seen all those cool kids and the guys in the Fast and The Furious and that Ayrton Senna video and you're thinking, "I want to learn how to drive a stick!" This is the video for you. This video will show you the very basics about driving a manual transmission, and subsequent videos in the series will go further in depth with performance driving.
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  • @hmmm9658
    @hmmm9658 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6090

    An American teaching manual and using centimetres, this guy is the hero the world needed but not what we deserve

    • @majouji
      @majouji 5 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      Gonna go ahead and guess he is or has been part of the military. And yes agreed!

    • @AnthonyBrusca
      @AnthonyBrusca 5 ปีที่แล้ว +146

      We still use meters and centimeters and liters and such about as much as yards, inches, and gallons. We just never use km.

    • @MikeZ8709
      @MikeZ8709 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      put him in a right-hand drive and see how he does!

    • @shittyfilmmaker3103
      @shittyfilmmaker3103 5 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Michael R. Zupcak you can’t just agree that he’s keeping the viewers happy? You have to comment some dumb shit like that?

    • @MikeZ8709
      @MikeZ8709 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@shittyfilmmaker3103 dude, it's a joke! I probably couldn't drive a RHD even with automatic transmission. To ease NEON RETRO's conscience, I hereby declare that I have mad respect for anyone who can drive a manual.

  • @nieko919
    @nieko919 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2075

    hey i'm here 3 years later because i forgot to tell you thanks

  • @usernameofutube
    @usernameofutube 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1801

    05:00 - no gas start
    06:38 - a little gas to start
    09:40 - 1st to 2nd gear
    12:12 - 2nd to 3rd gear
    13:20 - downshifting
    15:57 - coast

    • @jaimecruz5608
      @jaimecruz5608 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Why he can’t get to the point fucker

    • @ob9444
      @ob9444 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Not the hero we deserve, but the hero we need.

    • @glennmuir5617
      @glennmuir5617 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      You forgot time stamp (0:45) for the panty-waist driving shoes.

    • @561neko
      @561neko 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

    • @MistaE
      @MistaE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Iv always questioned how to downshift in a manual, now I know! Thanks👍

  • @kevinalvarez6228
    @kevinalvarez6228 5 ปีที่แล้ว +724

    Just got my first manual. Stalled it a bunch of times. It's frustrating as heck but I know it'll be worth it eventually.

    • @adamadam6351
      @adamadam6351 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      Hey -- was it worth it?

    • @sO_RoNerY
      @sO_RoNerY 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Adam Driving manual is always worth. Better than automatics.

    • @akalion213
      @akalion213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +78

      +So Ronery I get that you like manual cars, but reality just doesn't agree with you. New autos are objectively better than manual.

    • @robcrawford4944
      @robcrawford4944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Akalion extremely subjective.

    • @akalion213
      @akalion213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      @@robcrawford4944 Well no it's not...

  • @journalisten_boy9141
    @journalisten_boy9141 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2112

    When you reach the the highest gear, press the clutch and put the shifter in R for racing.

    • @SomeOtherGryph
      @SomeOtherGryph 7 ปีที่แล้ว +125

      Don't be a tool.

    • @markm0000
      @markm0000 7 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      The reverse gear is locked out if your foot is off the brake...

    • @M3rsh
      @M3rsh 7 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      +Mark M maybe on new cars lol, every car i've driven this is not the case

    • @adpmol
      @adpmol 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      tried it with a beater , it is impossible !
      the gear differential is too high

    • @picox8
      @picox8 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      you cant, it is "locked", but you can downshift to 2nd gear... its fun.

  • @nassimishere7170
    @nassimishere7170 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2667

    Driving shoes +10HP

    • @Zayeon
      @Zayeon 7 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      im dead

    • @cwheels01
      @cwheels01 7 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      No steel toe (weight reduction).

    • @imposterjoe9224
      @imposterjoe9224 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      carbon fiber soul pads weight reduction

    • @CandelaZ
      @CandelaZ 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      laces add drag -3HP

    • @nassimishere7170
      @nassimishere7170 7 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      no socks, + 0.5HP

  • @ITMeCE
    @ITMeCE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I’m 25, I don’t know how to drive a stick, I’m going to be honest.. this was probably the most well taught way to drive a stick that I’ve seen.. thank you my friend. Hopefully I won’t be a degenerate all my life 🙏

  • @JohnNugentJr
    @JohnNugentJr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +339

    Just bought my first manual transmission vehicle two weeks ago: a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS. Had never driven stick before. Have watched at least 50 different TH-cam videos, read dozens of articles, consulted numerous friends, coworkers, and family members, and had a few of the closest of them train me in the car for a total of about ten hours. I'm now daily driving the car full time with mostly no issues, and feel more comfortable with it every day.
    Having said all of that, this is by far the best and most comprehensive resource I've found regarding learning to drive manual. Thank you very much for creating this video!

    • @neverlookback1244
      @neverlookback1244 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's impressive man, so how is your driving now

    • @jamesdnh
      @jamesdnh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You got one of those toys I wanted. The Camaro. But I wanted to learn on the 4 cyl little brother the cobalt SS. Gonna upgrade the hp on it to enjoy it more for a couple years then move to the RWD club. How you like that Camaro now some months later?

    • @peterjazii6925
      @peterjazii6925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How’s daily driving of the manual going?

    • @yammmit
      @yammmit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I’m watching these because I’m looking at a WRX. I’ve driven manual before, very briefly, but I’m just scared because it’s a long drive to bring the car home.

    • @flyxr9179
      @flyxr9179 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@yammmit don’t b scared, b confident. You control the car, the car does not control you. Have a blessed/safe trip 🙏🏽

  • @bloodysinner9456
    @bloodysinner9456 7 ปีที่แล้ว +617

    Videos like these are exactly why TH-cam was created. Good job.

    • @adriancortez2000
      @adriancortez2000 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Gnome Child Then id like to take Matt out for dinner:p

    • @johnnada586
      @johnnada586 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TH-cam was not created as a dating service , it was created as a video sharing website ( which is exactly what is ) .

  • @smokindagreen7
    @smokindagreen7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +493

    I want to thank you. You taught me alot, since my dad couldnt teach me because he passed away before i was old enough to even think about driving.

    • @Matty0923
      @Matty0923 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      So sad to hear that

    • @elert3618
      @elert3618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      that is so sad i hope you're doing great

    • @user-vc8sn6jp3r
      @user-vc8sn6jp3r 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Im sorry for your loss🙁❤️

    • @wturner777
      @wturner777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Same with my own father. He passed away while I was in 5th grade, and he drove stick shift cars.

    • @crazykidgaming
      @crazykidgaming 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here, my dad was a mechanic before he was a deputy so I missed out on a lot of things men need to know (like how cars work)

  • @myasingh9455
    @myasingh9455 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2634

    all cars should be manual so people cant use their mobiles while driving

    • @ric84
      @ric84 5 ปีที่แล้ว +349

      You'd wish. Everyone drives manual here, still lots of dicks on their phone while driving.

    • @schupes
      @schupes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +150

      Lol that doesn't make a difference 😄

    • @mbusomaseko2854
      @mbusomaseko2854 5 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      I can still text while driving a manual

    • @lttsr
      @lttsr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +194

      @@mbusomaseko2854 that's not something to be proud of

    • @mbusomaseko2854
      @mbusomaseko2854 5 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      @@lttsr you are 💯 right it is not and I am not proud that I can do it and besides its not like that's something I do all the time it's only if circumstances push me otherwise I'm focused on the road, I was merely stating thee fact that manual transmission does not stop people from text while driving.

  • @GolDEn-wq4dv
    @GolDEn-wq4dv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    While driving you can activate racing mode by shifting to r

    • @alexzanderroberts995
      @alexzanderroberts995 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      R is the racing gear, it can only be used when you have your rpms at 7k and going at least 80mph.

    • @GolDEn-wq4dv
      @GolDEn-wq4dv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@alexzanderroberts995 Yeah that's a way better explanation, thanks

    • @TorutheRedFox
      @TorutheRedFox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      that's automatic lmao

    • @nazalz3877
      @nazalz3877 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ah yes, the racing gear!

    • @jigsaw9749
      @jigsaw9749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Mr. Salt Thanks bro. That was awesome tip. Anyone having doubts gotta try that

  • @kfeems
    @kfeems 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2967

    s/o to everyone that knows how to drive a manual, but watched this anyway .

    • @jlsgarage872
      @jlsgarage872 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      kfeems yep lol

    • @joshkelnhofer5454
      @joshkelnhofer5454 6 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      Need tips on how to relay it to my wife without killing her when trying to teach her.

    • @WhyPhi
      @WhyPhi 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I love watching these videos even though I have a manual lol. Sometimes people mention some good tips. Otherwise It provides good teaching methods for when I teach others :)

    • @really-._.-
      @really-._.- 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeap pretty much :D

    • @donkibo96
      @donkibo96 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      here i am hahah :D

  • @Fze5656
    @Fze5656 5 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    The “7-second” concept is great. Really helped with the concept of smooth controlled clutch engagement!

  • @onkgopotseraphela9608
    @onkgopotseraphela9608 5 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    THE BEST TUTORIAL I’ve ever seen on TH-cam . It helped my cousin and I pass our drivers License. thank you sir I had to let you know. From SA🇿🇦

  • @christophermonin2503
    @christophermonin2503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    For someone who has wanted to learn manual for a LONG time, this is the perfect video to watch! Thanks Matt!!

  • @indigovegas2637
    @indigovegas2637 7 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    honestly, being an American(since apparently none of us know how to drive manual) I appreciate you making this video. I haven't had access to a manual car in my year and a half of licensed driving. I'm glad I came across a video where the people are actually trying to learn instead of bashing people who can't drive manual. I've always wanted to learn, and I'm thanking you for giving a very informational video on the topic. will report back when I get the chance to practice

    • @Hxncho_Great
      @Hxncho_Great 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LordSear1982 yup stick is the only way to go

    • @Redtooth75
      @Redtooth75 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Dont worry about people who bash others for not being able to drive a manual. They are assholes and their opinion doesnt matter

  • @dazi4131
    @dazi4131 7 ปีที่แล้ว +406

    As European...this is hilarious 😂

    • @Jazz-Singher
      @Jazz-Singher 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      As a Canadian... I envy you.

    • @kurtisbrabeck5270
      @kurtisbrabeck5270 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      dazi4131 It's a very different driving culture over here in the US. We like cars for ease and any effort that is given is something to complain about. I wish it wasn't this way, but it's just America.

    • @shaneslad
      @shaneslad 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      my thoughts exactly

    • @xMrin10se
      @xMrin10se 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      American is all about what requires the least amount of. Energy to do something

    • @thesillyhatday
      @thesillyhatday 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      It's like a big thing. I don't know anyone who can drive, who can't drive a manual. I can't think the last time I was even in an automatic.

  • @prkj902
    @prkj902 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love to watch manual transmission tutorials just for fun. And I gotta day this is the best one I’ve watched. (I’ve watched dozens). Good work!!!

  • @KB-nt6bw
    @KB-nt6bw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've watched a crapton of manual videos and this is the only one that actually taught me properly. The video has covered so many different scenarios and explained at the simplest possible way. You answered so many of my questions in one video. Thank you!

  • @danielfaust2456
    @danielfaust2456 5 ปีที่แล้ว +379

    I have been driving stick for two years. I get by but I still suck at starting out smoothly. I hopped on TH-cam looking for tips on driving smoother and came across this video. I wish I had you as a driving instructor. You're amazing.

    • @danfly87
      @danfly87 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Indeed, I was taught with bad tips that just makes me raise up rpms too high while still clutch trying to engage. Well, once I learned, I taught myself how to make it perfect, like if you're driving an automatic and I came out with some of his tips. I taught many cousins and friends how to drive manual, they recommended me and gave me thanks for giving them real helpful tips for newbies. In conclusion instead of the traditional "start throttling while releasing the clutch" I taught them, similar to this guy, "raise rpms to 1500, keep it there, find clutch sync position, hold, release slowly, fully release". Once you learn that, try to do the same but quicker.

    • @JaronLindow
      @JaronLindow 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I've been driving a stick for 24 years. Sometimes I still do a bad start if the radio is too high to hear the RPMs.

    • @nezaarbayer8139
      @nezaarbayer8139 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      No difference 4 year of manual driver sometimes I suck at starts too

    • @Lehmann108
      @Lehmann108 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      50 years of driving manual and.....I don't suck at starts. Just sayin'

    • @stevemcstevens
      @stevemcstevens 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you havent got it down within a year MAX please use shoes and pavements (sidewalks)

  • @The_Inspiration_86
    @The_Inspiration_86 7 ปีที่แล้ว +429

    Dis is extremely informative for new stick drivers. Ur doin a great service for stick rookies. 👏👏👏

    • @The_Inspiration_86
      @The_Inspiration_86 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I just wish u used ur Stallion (Mustang Interceptor) for dis tutorial.

    • @mechasam
      @mechasam 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      don't be a welfare idiot. it's "this" not "dis."

    • @trxtimemoney67
      @trxtimemoney67 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      mechasam what the fuck is a welfare idiot?

    • @samg7163
      @samg7163 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tata_xt people in the hood

    • @mybirdsareangry1
      @mybirdsareangry1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's not being a hypocrite. Learn it before you spit it out of that shit mouth.

  • @jacobmery8874
    @jacobmery8874 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Buying my first manual and I’ve been watching a lot of guides like this, thank you for being beginner friendly, didn’t really learn when I was younger but thanks to the internet and people like you I have a plethora of good information available to me

  • @StevenBlack2013
    @StevenBlack2013 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I've been driving since 2009 but only automatics, recently I picked up a cheap 1984 firebird project with a T5 manual, I knew enough to get it down the street and to reverse but wasn't familiar or comfortable with daily driving technique. This video was really informative and I feel much more comfortable now

  • @adamfarmiloe
    @adamfarmiloe 7 ปีที่แล้ว +522

    As a professional driver here from the UK very professionally explained keep up the good work

    • @Sbayo9
      @Sbayo9 6 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      As a professional pedestrian here from URANUS very professional comment you made

    • @nugget22gil39
      @nugget22gil39 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      lol

    • @foxtrot789
      @foxtrot789 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      As a professional reader here from my seat very professional reply.

    • @dfcvda
      @dfcvda 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Americans live in an automatic monopoly

    • @LC-yo3bj
      @LC-yo3bj 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      dfcvda 1.3/10

  • @BrianK04
    @BrianK04 7 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    manuals are so neat now. Hill start brake assist, auto rev match. This is the first i heard of auto blip on clutch release, i like it.

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      darklegions421 the auto blip on clutch release is a life saver in traffic

    • @BlacksterVFX
      @BlacksterVFX 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      In my opinion if you use auto blip you might as well buy an automatic.
      The only challenging and motivating thing about driving manual is hitting the perfect downshift and master heel and toeing.

    • @dbens3332
      @dbens3332 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The auto blip is not on heel toe rev match its only out of first gear to help you get going without touching the throttle. I have a focus ST and its the same thing. Weird at first but once you get used to it its awesome!

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      David Bensimon I think you have the wrong terminology. The focus has "take off assist" for getting going from a stop. Other manuals have "auto blip" for rev matching between gears.

    • @dbens3332
      @dbens3332 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes exactly that's what i meant. Thanks Matt!

  • @Allplussomeminus
    @Allplussomeminus 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I really like how you got into the mechanics of how the clutch works. I can more fully understand why and how it works. Seen a few more other videos, but yours by far is the best.

  • @potatosalad6524
    @potatosalad6524 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1573

    How to drive manual
    Step 1: clutch in
    Step 2: raise rpms to 8000
    Step 3: let go of clutch really fast

    • @Internet_Guy99
      @Internet_Guy99 5 ปีที่แล้ว +358

      Step 4: get money

    • @arima4391
      @arima4391 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      OMEGALUL

    • @Imalrightnot
      @Imalrightnot 5 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      How to fuck it up and wear it out

    • @Ab0x
      @Ab0x 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Damn, is 7k okay?

    • @potatosalad6524
      @potatosalad6524 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      A Box emm try to stay above 7500

  • @dylanrichard2567
    @dylanrichard2567 5 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I already know how to drive manual, but when I was first learning how to this video helped me tremendously. I love how detailed and patient you were with your explanations. Great teacher and awesome, informative video Matt.

  • @henlo1910
    @henlo1910 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was the most helpful video on the subject by far that I could find. Seriously, thank you.

  • @youknowme...1840
    @youknowme...1840 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good job! 👍 You are the best guy on this planet that I found for explaining manual transmission. Excellent showing good exercise!

  • @camrynhernandez5996
    @camrynhernandez5996 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Thank you! Bought a Manual mustang, haven’t driven manual in 10 years and needed a refresher. You are an excellent instructor. Thank you again!

    • @Unbrickme
      @Unbrickme 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      driving a manual seems to be kinda complicated honestly. What if im going like 40 miles per hour and I need to slam the breaks really hard to stop? I can't waste any time downshifting. So I'll just end up probably breaking the transmission in my car

    • @multigamer1213
      @multigamer1213 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Unbrickme no it won’t, you just have to keep the clutch in it it’ll stall, you haven’t got to downshift.

  • @mugensamurai
    @mugensamurai 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Best manual transmission lesson I've seen in the past 10 years on youtube. Time to pass this video on to my nephew.

  • @NybblesandBytes
    @NybblesandBytes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Freaking phenomenal! This series of videos taught me exactly how to drive a manual gearbox, no trouble at all, after years of driving automatics. Bought a Mazda MX-5 RF with a manual transmission, and I haven't looked back! Thank you SO much, @TheSmokingTire -- you brought me to a whole new world of driving!

  • @josequezada8326
    @josequezada8326 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Out of every tutorial I've seen, by far this is the best one.

  • @nicholaszayas5540
    @nicholaszayas5540 5 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    This is the best video I’ve seen of manual tutorial. Thank you!

  • @kiroshi6414
    @kiroshi6414 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Matt don't forget to cover littler things like being able to continue from 2nd or 3rd depending on your speed, or starting on hills

    •  7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lets say your battery is dead. And you get pushed to start the car. Why do they say to put it in 2nd gear, not 1st?

    • @aarongraham7177
      @aarongraham7177 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      because the ratio is too low and there is the possibility of breaking something in the transmission or engine. much smoother to do it in 2nd

    • @Banom7a
      @Banom7a 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      because if you start at 1st, the car will jolt and stall

    • @davidmartin2626
      @davidmartin2626 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I normally use 3rd gear for this. The reason is that in 1st gear your engine turns many times for each revolution of the engine. If I pop the clutch the tires will just skip instead of turning the engine over.
      So you use a higher gear cause you only need a few turns of the engine to start it.
      That being said, modern engines require a lot more than just turning over the engine to start (the computer has to be running too).

    • @KSKaleido
      @KSKaleido 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      David Martin, yea, 3rd gear is a 1:1 ratio in a lot of cars, or at least close to it. Usually the best option for a bump-stop.

  • @AyahuascaSage
    @AyahuascaSage 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bought my first manual transmission car about a year and a half ago and primarily used this video to learn. This is one of the BEST videos out there for learning to drive stick!

  • @eliteultra5774
    @eliteultra5774 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was the best explanation i've ever heard, i had problems with downshifting and hill starts, not even my teacher could make me understand fully how it works it was so easy afterall. Thank you!

  • @Ryukachoo
    @Ryukachoo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    I was thinking "oh yay a place that sells driving shoes I'll take a loo-"
    their cheapest shoe is $130, most of them are above $200
    no fucking thanks

    • @EarrGasmm
      @EarrGasmm 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      That's how much good shoes cost. They will out live you if you take care of them.

    • @todorpetrovic
      @todorpetrovic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It's a niche market, obviously they will cost more than a more mass produced item. Basic economics.

    • @HG-jv7wc
      @HG-jv7wc 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have found sperry topsiders to be good driving shoes.

    • @mrmidnight32
      @mrmidnight32 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ryukachoo are you really surprised? Any company that's main source of advert is TH-cam or celeb type sellers are either high profile or bad at marketing and business and need to be $$$ to make up for high costs and high advert tactics. Which is why most of these companies stay small and use more local advert, vs companies that sell to Walmart and have good cheap business tactics and sell in bulk and grow substantially.

    • @CoffeeMadeMeSay
      @CoffeeMadeMeSay 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ryukachoo try converse Taylor's

  • @vicshonebethel9934
    @vicshonebethel9934 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you bro. This video was a very big help

  • @Touhid
    @Touhid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Nice one sir. Thanks indeed

  • @bksplit28
    @bksplit28 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man this helped alot. I have a very basic understanding of manual and this is so informative!

  • @michaelhall3619
    @michaelhall3619 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is amazing bro. I know how drive manual but this is just pure excellence. Great vid. Good way explaining this to the people that dont.

  • @jeffk464
    @jeffk464 7 ปีที่แล้ว +413

    I don't understand, I though you just pull those paddle thingies on the steering wheel.

    • @AaronFrance
      @AaronFrance 7 ปีที่แล้ว +248

      I really want this to not be a joke.

    • @mrmidnight32
      @mrmidnight32 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jeff K rofl

    • @depan55
      @depan55 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      It definitely is. His profile pic is a gti lol

    • @boost3d831
      @boost3d831 7 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      come on guys, obvious joke

    • @mrmidnight32
      @mrmidnight32 7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Edward Ashbolt Shhh let them rage lol

  • @nathanjones5442
    @nathanjones5442 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. This video answers questions I felt stupid to ask on my first try. Now I feel much more confident. I subscribed.

  • @beatrizbalderasramirez8678
    @beatrizbalderasramirez8678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you!
    2 weeks in and although Im still struggling a little, you've made my life so much easier.

  • @malifwar
    @malifwar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is the best video i have seen so far on how to drive a stick,good job.

  • @TopherIsDaMan
    @TopherIsDaMan 7 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I really enjoy the foot view,you should try it in some of the one take videos with manual cars of course.

    • @henrysiegertsz8204
      @henrysiegertsz8204 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, I agree, it was a very thoughtfully executed video!

    • @Jon95McC
      @Jon95McC 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree! Would love to see his footwork when canyon driving. Good idea!

    • @usaf2011
      @usaf2011 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great idea!

    • @renaldonelson970
      @renaldonelson970 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      this sounds like a worthy experiment to me

  • @aquatone61
    @aquatone61 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the best videos I’ve seen on teaching how to drive stick. I’ve tried to explain getting used to clutch modulation to people and most people don’t understand how important it is.

  • @christianlombardo14
    @christianlombardo14 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this great basic manual training video my friend! 👍🏻 👊🏻 🙏🏻

  • @iambane8773
    @iambane8773 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    One "advanced" tip I wish I knew when starting out learn to finesse the clutch first before finessing both the gas and the clutch at the same time until you build the muscle memory. So say you're starting out in first, keep your right foot steady at one rpm, say 1500, then finesse the clutch until it is fully engaged (foot off clutch) then you can add more gas and do it for every gear until you get comfortable then you can finesse them both at the same time.

  • @stacywilliams4299
    @stacywilliams4299 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This is by far the best video ever. I got it down packed in a day... Just find a warehouse parking lot and your good to go. I just need to get the downshifting and ill be straight 2004 v8 mustang here 👋

  • @jrod0216
    @jrod0216 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haven’t watch your videos in a while. I just recently purchased my first standard car. I just want to thank you for your time on making the first and second videos. They are truly a great help!

  • @nallicjh08
    @nallicjh08 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a Focus RS and came from a Evo X with a dual clutch and didn't know how to drive a manual transmission. THANK YOU Matt! I'm not living a lie anymore! I can drive a manual thanks to you man. My homie and I picked up the car an he tried to help me but by watching this video and the others in this car I got it down on my own later on. People just say you got to go out and do it but honestly your videos helped me get it down better than someone just sitting next to telling me what to do. Thank you again Farah!

  • @josemarino4270
    @josemarino4270 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nicely explained. Thanks! I'll get my first standard soon!

  • @pgperezlife32
    @pgperezlife32 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you! Never knew about blip on down shifting or the safety of staying in gear when coming to a stop. Gonna take some practice on my part but now I know. The PIP really helped me understand RPM and smooth foot action. Cool shoes .

  • @pikipeker7762
    @pikipeker7762 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have seen so many videos trying to explain this. This video is actually really helpful. Thank you

  • @2LiterFoxBody
    @2LiterFoxBody 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Matt, you're a good teacher! I'm using these exercises to get comfortable on a motorcycle now. Thanks!

  • @muziqaz
    @muziqaz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    I wish it was so easy to drive my STI. The clutch grabs only at the top, and releasing the clutch without some gas in 1st gear stalls the car. I just got the car, and I came from dual clutch automatic, so I am in this period of painful adjustment and learning period where I look like an idiot in a fast car :D

    • @doctorferdinand1003
      @doctorferdinand1003 7 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      a WRX/STI is definitely one of the worst cars to learn on. The good part is after you get the hang of your STI any other manual will be a breeze.

    • @tomnguyen6830
      @tomnguyen6830 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      you'll get it, i learned how to drive a manual in a 96 viper. Lucky me haha

    • @celerymeat
      @celerymeat 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have no idea what the 6 speed is like, but my 5 speed i my forester (same as the WRX) is amazingly easy to drive. Clutch grabs in the bottom 1/4 of the throw, is fairly smooth, and forgiving. But if I were you I'd just get used to always giving it gas when starting, do not rely on just releasing the clutch to get you going.

    • @muziqaz
      @muziqaz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Nah, 6speed in STIs is brutal :) I'm now roughly 1 week in and just beginning to get used to it. Note, that I'm not new to manuals, just that my previous car was DSG Scirocco for 2 years, so it takes some effort to get used to manual in London traffic ;)

    • @TRILLHOUSE
      @TRILLHOUSE 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I learned manual after i bought my STi, had practiced a bit on some poor cars at the dealership i worked at the time, but it was mostly all in my car. It's a lot tougher because of the full time AWD, you don't get the forgiveness of a 2WD car, where the wheels can slip if you let the clutch out too fast or rev too high. Not to mention that the sweet spot on an STi clutch is hilariously small. But as someone stated before- any other manual you drive after will be ez-pz.

  • @mitcheroar
    @mitcheroar ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm glad I'm watching these. I've been taught by friends to throw it in neutral and coast a lot. Now I feel thoopid.

    • @bentucker2301
      @bentucker2301 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Never do that. You have no control if you're out of gear

  • @zatenm
    @zatenm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this excellent video, it built my confidence again after 23 years of not driving stick. By far the best instructional video I found on the subject and I have watched quite a few!

  • @mdchowdhury3874
    @mdchowdhury3874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow Man, great Job. When I learned Manual car, my instructor even did not explain so clearly. After watching your videos, I am feeling that I've learned something new, although I've been driving for almost 1 year. Thanks for that high-quality video.

  • @stealthmeisterx3533
    @stealthmeisterx3533 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome explanation! I've been driving a manual transmission since 1984? This is the bedt video ever!!!!

  • @tylermorris1542
    @tylermorris1542 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just bought a 2019 mustang a few days ago and I’m learning how to drive stick with it. I was scared of breaking my new car. This video helped me so much! Thank you!

    • @drew.sns.
      @drew.sns. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Im in the same position about to buy a wrx. How did this turn out for you? Did you break your new car?

  • @bigbooduh
    @bigbooduh ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much for going over all the little details best video that teaches driving a manual

  • @michellebell4047
    @michellebell4047 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! This is the best video ive found so far. Ive tried it three times so far and am finding it very nerve wracking.

  • @hasannasrallah1971
    @hasannasrallah1971 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the best video i have ever seen for learning how to drive.

  • @Cheesypocketpizza
    @Cheesypocketpizza 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You did a amazing job at explaining I’m driving my 2013 5.0 because of this video

  • @andrewaraoz5695
    @andrewaraoz5695 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the best videos that teaches you how to drive stick hands down thanks dude🔥

  • @slinkey123
    @slinkey123 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Strange I'm from UK and was never taught to blip on downshift but I ended up figuring it out myself. I was actually taught to ride the clutch slowly on a downshift to cause engine breaking for entering a corner. More clutch wear I guess

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Russ Clarke much more clutch wear and you can also unsettle the car that way (unless you have an AWD car, clutch breaking only breaks 2 wheels)

    • @MitchellCamps
      @MitchellCamps 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      To those who think riding the clutch during a downshift is the proper way, should go to Engineering Explained's channel and watch a few of his videos.

    • @itsmeeeeeeeeeeeeeee9272
      @itsmeeeeeeeeeeeeeee9272 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If u don’t blip the throttle or rev match you cause much more wear to your clutch brake with your brakes. A clutch is expensive brakes are cheap.

  • @oOJayWeeOo
    @oOJayWeeOo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I`m driving manual gear cars since i got my license 13 years ago i can absolutly tell you for sure that rev-matching on downshifts aka bliping the trottle is absolutly NOT necesarry for you normal everday driving!

    • @lowstrife
      @lowstrife 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Why is that...? Do you want a rough shift? You have to use the weight of the car and put stress on the driveline to physically speed the engine up, which puts stress on the transmission\etc especially if it's a regular thing. Blipping really isn't difficult.

    • @kellyvtec
      @kellyvtec 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oOJayWeeOo true, not necessary, but to speed up the shift keep it smooth, i do the blip... Mainly for fun.

    • @BobElHat
      @BobElHat 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you're driving gently you don't downshift all that much anyway, and when you do the revs are low enough that the stress and jerkiness are negligible. If you're dropping a couple of cogs to overtake and need to be at 4k to rev-match then you do need to blip, but if you're going from 6th to 4th because you've slowed down for a 30 limit it's really not essential.

    • @rfouR_4
      @rfouR_4 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Depends on the cars gearing and how much you want to downshift. In any case not matching causes excess load on driveline components. Just rev match. It's easy.

    • @oOJayWeeOo
      @oOJayWeeOo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Dont get me wrong, I can and do downshift if the situation requires it or if want to drive sporty. But at normal city or highway speeds/traffic you can just downshift because you usually do it when you are getting slower anyways and are not in the appropriate gear anymore. When done right this doesnt cause any jerking and is not excessively rough on the drivetrain. Just dont downshift when your revs are rather high anyways (lets say above 4k rpm), then the downshift will most likely be jerky that will almost never happen in nomal everday driving.
      At least this is my experience from the around 30 different manuel cars I have driven over the years.

  • @silentparrot1512
    @silentparrot1512 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Am so grateful for the lessons... Lots of love from Kenya 🇰🇪... You encourage many

  • @delanalongoria1989
    @delanalongoria1989 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was an amazing video and explained very well , thank you much!

  • @CerealFapist
    @CerealFapist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This tutorial made me go out and buy my manual Veloster turbo with no prior experience.. thanks so much !

    • @katekarnage890
      @katekarnage890 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just bought a manual veloster turbo rally edition like 2 weeks ago. I too came to this video for help

  • @LastHumansGarage
    @LastHumansGarage 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    never heard such a nice explanation of that before, and i been driving stick for 30 years. it was a fun video.

  • @trollhunter200
    @trollhunter200 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the best driving instruction I have found till now. Very practical and thorough. 👍👍👍👍

  • @arrowshot3000
    @arrowshot3000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I daily a manual WRX. Bought it and didn't know how to drive one - had driven a friends Impreza once 10+ years before. Watched Matt's series non-stop for a few days, practiced for a good week, then felt comfortable enough to commute to work. Been 2 and a half years now, so glad I learned how to drive stick

  • @TheOwangeJuice
    @TheOwangeJuice 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    7 seconds... I've never heard this anywhere else! that really helped me!

  • @shanebrawley2514
    @shanebrawley2514 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    My Mom taught me how to drive a stick back in the early 90's..Thanks Mom.

  • @AnotherSchmoe
    @AnotherSchmoe ปีที่แล้ว

    Great instructional video, so helpful and covering so many topics in easy to understand progressive steps. Thank you so much!

  • @southsidekilla6966
    @southsidekilla6966 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wanna say thanks to you man! I really appreciate your help on driving manual 🙏🏽 now I’m driving both automatic and manual 👌🏽

  • @ryancooper73
    @ryancooper73 7 ปีที่แล้ว +782

    Hit like if you're watching this video even though you already know how to drive stick. :)

    • @henrysiegertsz8204
      @henrysiegertsz8204 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hard not to like everything TST does? Matt's just a sub-zero-super-hero!

    • @ifrit35
      @ifrit35 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I wouldn't have a driving license if I didn't know how to drive a manual. I'm more interested in his next video about heel-toe. I've seen Keiichi Tsuchiya foot view when he is racing but it doesn't really help learning :).

    • @delanobeek
      @delanobeek 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Real talk. I drive a manual mk6 jetta everyday but who best to learn from than Matt?

    • @MikeDCWeld
      @MikeDCWeld 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I mainly watched to see how much it differed from how I was taught. He covered some stuff my teacher didn't but I was never told to do the clutch without gas or go super slow with the clutch and I got to the actual driving much quicker. I can't wait for his videos on more advanced techniques. I got to the point of being able to do most shifts without using the clutch.

    • @SeriousGamerfy
      @SeriousGamerfy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm driving an automatic only because I don't have a manual to drive. Recently I got to drive a stick again and realised I forgot how to properly drive...

  • @billblount7854
    @billblount7854 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    By far the best beginner tutorial I've seen so far. I actually feel confident about learning to drive one now. Big thanks!

  • @davidtollo79
    @davidtollo79 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid mate I have been driving for a few months now but you have just helped me to understand a few things. Thank you

  • @minayoo7611
    @minayoo7611 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video is the best into the how to drive a shift drive I guess. Thank you guys.

  • @mojoflow2417
    @mojoflow2417 7 ปีที่แล้ว +397

    In Soviet Russia manual transmission drives you!

    • @SomeOtherGryph
      @SomeOtherGryph 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think I've seen a vid of that.

    • @pleasedontwatchthese9593
      @pleasedontwatchthese9593 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @gryphen_357 I'm sure it ended with someone crashing and then a jet drives by

    • @xDerpOG
      @xDerpOG 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      yea its called a GTR...

    • @daviscarver6492
      @daviscarver6492 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LMAO

    • @Benny_From_NY
      @Benny_From_NY 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      mojoflow ☁ dead 😂

  • @ducfandan1117
    @ducfandan1117 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video, Matt. Been looking for a good tutorial to help my wife learn clutch. Good job with the multiple camera angles sync'd up.
    My SS sedan does a great job with easing the clutch out with no throttle pedal, but ya know, 6.2 liters of V8 means plenty of rotating mass. ;-) The other thing is most newer cars with computer-controlled engine management will essentially do the work to keep the engine running as long as you don't just dump the clutch. Older cars, though, are a different story. I learned on a 1986 GTI. Not much displacement and no real computer control (just electronic ignition), so the driver was definitely responsible for adding throttle to get moving. Carbureted cars, of course, will give you zero help with getting moving so it's all up to the driver as well. Old and challenging makes for great cars to learn in, though!

  • @vincentoduor7315
    @vincentoduor7315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the best tutorials ever created on driving a manual car! Even though I know how to drive a stick car, I found it very useful. Clear illustrations, detailed explanations, extreme patience, very audible instructions, I mean, all the adjectives that best describe an excellent job!
    Thank you so much sir!
    Mind starting a driving school?

  • @satorixy
    @satorixy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    as a person who knows rarely about manual driving, this was really helpful 🧍‍♀️

  • @macdaddy107
    @macdaddy107 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    By Far the best Driving Manual Tutorial on TH-cam,
    so detailed very easy to understand , Great Video Matt!!

  • @willowandluka5302
    @willowandluka5302 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Watching this for when my automatic transmission inevitably goes out and I convert the truck to a manual

    • @jordanberger113
      @jordanberger113 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ah, a ford owner I see. Haha (just given yuh shit)

  • @edwardzager9760
    @edwardzager9760 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent. Best basic training I’ve seen.

  • @beatushaikali5706
    @beatushaikali5706 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You the best man, everyone learning to drive needs to see this video 👊

  • @SomeOtherGryph
    @SomeOtherGryph 7 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    And if you're downshifting to slow down, make sure you ride the brakes so your brake lights come on. I've seen many idiots almost rear end someone because they couldn't use their depth perception to see the car in front of them is decelerating.

    • @ThisGuyDrives
      @ThisGuyDrives 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      gryphen_357 that's on them for not paying attention. If I'm stopped at a red light and I'm not using my breaks, is it my fault if someone hits me cause my break lights weren't on? Nope.

    • @baddriversofcolga
      @baddriversofcolga 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Tommy Thompson Sure, but do you want to get hit?

    • @SomeOtherGryph
      @SomeOtherGryph 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm not saying it's not their fault! Of course it is. But at $500 for a new rear clip, even with full coverage insurance... why not ride em?

    • @omnicode
      @omnicode 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This isn't always how this happens, especially with older cars that may be worth a lot to you, but not a lot to the insurance company :/

    • @KORTOKtheSTRONG
      @KORTOKtheSTRONG 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah i'm really careful about that too

  • @pacificnorthwestpilots6050
    @pacificnorthwestpilots6050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am a new to manual driver and your 2 videos have been extremely helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make them. 2008(old) Audi A4 S-line

  • @joshaeka3997
    @joshaeka3997 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the most clear and educated videos i know..thanks man!

  • @marcusant6895
    @marcusant6895 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your video's are extremely informative and awesome. I wish I had you as a teacher when I was learning as a teenager.

  • @rhktodaface
    @rhktodaface 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi Matt, I was constantly watching this video leading up first time practicing driving manual, and it went very well. I don't think it would have gone anywhere near as smoothly if I didn't watch this tutorial :)

  • @nondescriptbeing5944
    @nondescriptbeing5944 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm going to need to watch this five times to fully absorb all the info

    • @hunterj6290
      @hunterj6290 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yup adhd and this video dont mix