The transmission is one of the most important parts of your car, as its primary function is to move the vehicle forward. It changes the engine’s gears, which shifts the power to the wheels. In a manual transmission, the driver shifts the gears themselves, allowing the car to gain speed. An automatic does the same thing but through an automated process using a torque converter. Because there are two types, the maintenance and repair costs vary for each. The skilled mechanics at Village Auto Services of Cincinnati, OH, explain how each differs in price.

Differences in Cost Between Manual & Automatic Transmissions

Automatic Transmissions Have More Parts

While manual transmissions have mostly mechanical gears and rely on the driver to shift, an automatic has hundreds of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic components, making it more complicated. Due to the number of parts and the complexity of how they interact, there’s a higher chance of wear and tear, which costs more money to repair.

Manual Clutches Wear Faster

Many transmission parts are covered by a warranty for 60,000 to 100,000 miles. However, a clutch, an essential part of the manual transmission, tends to wear faster and is usually only covered for 12,000 miles. If your driving style sees you go through clutches rather quickly, you could spend more on a repair for a manual vehicle than you would for an automatic.

If you have problems with your transmission, whether it’s an automatic or manual, trust the mechanics at Village Auto Services to help. With over 45 years of experience in the auto industry, they’ll diagnose the issue quickly and recommend the appropriate steps, whether it’s a minor repair or a full rebuild. Call (513) 561-5350 to make an appointment, or visit their website for more information.