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Agreed; and very well worded!

I don't see the hate in automatics, they have their place and the first point is a big one. Especially in a city area where downshifting to slow down is more work than just hitting the brake. (You don't have to always downshift when braking, but its a good habit)

...or you know, just set it in free and let it slide along until you need to go fast like sanic.