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BMW Isn’t Giving Up on Manuals Just Yet: TDS

6 April 2026, 11:44 pm

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BMW Isn’t Giving Up on Manuals Just Yet: TDS
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BMW Isn’t Giving Up on Manuals Just Yet: TDS
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Summary: BMW’s M division is committed to keeping manual transmissions alive in performance vehicles despite rising torque figures, according to executives. Meanwhile, Polestar plans to shift Polestar 3 production entirely to the US, Honda revives a closed R&D unit to compete with Chinese manufacturers, and Jeep addresses Grand Wagoneer sales challenges.

Brands mentioned: BMW, Polestar, Honda, Jeep, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Grand Wagoneer

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