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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Business
Vinay Patel

Ford Files Bold Patent to Bring Stick Shifts to EVs—Even If No One Remembers How to Use Them

Ford is exploring a surprising way to inject more driver involvement into electric vehicles: a patented system that mimics the feel of a manual transmission. (Credit: Pexels)

In an unexpected move that merges classic motoring with modern electric technology, Ford has secured a patent that could bring a distinctly traditional element to electric vehicles: manual gear shifts.

The company recently filed a patent aimed at reintroducing the familiar feel of a manual transmission behind the wheel. However, most American drivers may not be accustomed to its use. The documents propose integrating a stick shift into electric vehicles, blending nostalgia with innovation.

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