It might not be Knitting but.... Check The Manual (Transmission): Stick Shift Cars Going Away

I've been personally driving a stick shift since about 1997. It can be tiring on a long commute (even after driving a bus all day long) BUT due to that I can personally attest to the savings in fuel comsumption. That alone means a hell of a lot!

Check The Manual (Transmission): Stick Shift Cars Going Away