Should you buy an automatic transmission car?

Cars with automatic transmission are becoming quite popular. Whereas before they were often seen as vehicles for the older generation, many young drivers are favouring the benefits of an auto. One myth is that they use more fuel than a manual car. This is not entirely true as it really depends on how you drive it and you may find that it is actually more economical as it will change gear for you at the correct time.

One of the major benefits of driving an auto is when you are stuck in traffic; the constant stop start of driving on a motorway that has almost come to a standstill can be awful for drivers of all ages and experience. In an auto, you need not worry about the clutch; just move the accelerator up and down.

When starting on a hill again an auto comes in to its own, not having to fine the balance point between the clutch and accelerator has saved many drivers from the embarrassment of rolling back and the auto is almost impossible to stall!