How to Drive a Manual Transmission in 1 minute + Detailed Tips & Fails

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  • How to drive a manual transmission car. We teach you how a clutch works, how to shift, how to avoid stalling, and how to stop. Everyone should learn how to drive stick shift before manual transmissions are gone. Follow these easy steps and learn how to drive a manual transmission car.
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  • @TheStraightPipes
    @TheStraightPipes  2 роки тому +595

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    • @lawnmower6591
      @lawnmower6591 2 роки тому +5

      Can I get an extra 100% off?

    • @mikeroy2061
      @mikeroy2061 2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the video. Exactly what I was looking for

    • @fookutube501
      @fookutube501 2 роки тому

      Would have been good if you show us,how to stop at a traffic light or turning into a intersection

    • @Jetski2.0
      @Jetski2.0 2 роки тому +1

      What's the name of the generation of honda

    • @jalenfarley9627
      @jalenfarley9627 2 роки тому

      Thanks about time I learned LOL

  • @baccaalaboss9331
    @baccaalaboss9331 3 роки тому +25728

    Imagine a thief watching this while he's sitting in your car...

  • @fight1196
    @fight1196 Рік тому +9424

    Thanks, never could've stolen this car without you guys. Much appreciated and really informative 🙏

  • @louisvendrame6461
    @louisvendrame6461 5 місяців тому +329

    Out of so many videos about how to learn manual, this one covers the basics and walks you through a couple of pitfalls when starting and stopping.
    It's one thing to drive manual, but it's another to teach it via video. Well done

  • @BigBadBalrog
    @BigBadBalrog Рік тому +520

    I've never had access to a manual to learn on, until I got a job in a garage and everyone assumed I was already proficient. There were some embarrassing stalls when I was overconfident, but solid teaching from them and reminders from videos like this are making it super rewarding to learn.

  • @megajoe811
    @megajoe811 4 роки тому +1570

    95% of the comments: “Im european all we drive is manual”
    5% of the comments: “ ive been driving manual since....”

    • @aldod.6269
      @aldod.6269 4 роки тому +35

      @@papayaman123 uk its European to

    • @aldod.6269
      @aldod.6269 4 роки тому +47

      @@papayaman123 it's out of the UE but geographically its still in europe

    • @Xenophene01
      @Xenophene01 4 роки тому +5

      Here in Mexico a lot of people drive manuals.

    • @Will-wv6vd
      @Will-wv6vd 4 роки тому +4

      @@papayaman123 smh

    • @chuck_norris
      @chuck_norris 4 роки тому

      @@aldod.6269 lets change that too.

  • @LP-xw7ix
    @LP-xw7ix 4 роки тому +4937

    This is a lot nicer than how I learned, definitely a lot less yelling and storming off lol

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  4 роки тому +370

      🤣👍🏻

    • @instasingingvids3529
      @instasingingvids3529 4 роки тому +43

      L P lol same 😂😂😂

    • @FAB1150
      @FAB1150 4 роки тому +115

      Lmao i have PTSD of my mom now

    • @agenthex
      @agenthex 4 роки тому +31

      @@TheStraightPipes You guys really should be demoing better technique, instead of pushing clutch all the way down. Smooth shifts depend on using clutch as little as possible, and while you might argue that's "advanced", become good w/manual relies on a feel for the drivetrain which won't happen if people copy "clutch to the floor" type shifting.

    • @Rhaspun
      @Rhaspun 4 роки тому +20

      @@agenthex Yes. In fact shifting without the clutch can easily be done. No grunching of the gears is involved. It takes diligent practice to get it down.

  • @Tenshiko.
    @Tenshiko. 10 місяців тому +121

    Love how light the mood is, how the video is shot, and how concise the instructions are, and especially what happens if you fail.

  • @wendellmotton4982
    @wendellmotton4982 2 роки тому +20

    This actually the first video where I can actually understand. You don’t understand how you are saving me because my dumb ass is at the dealership right now buying a manual that I can’t drive.

  • @pnwautocar5291
    @pnwautocar5291 3 роки тому +4993

    To all the learners, inexperienced or nervous:
    Driving a standard is hard at first. It can be scary. Being nervous is natural. I know so many people who say “I did fine in the parking lot but as soon as I’m in traffic or people are watching me I always stall.” It’s such a common feeling. I felt that way too. But it’s all about practice. It’s all about time in the seat. Taking it slow. Focus on your breathing. Focus in the steps. Clutch in. Put it in gear. Brake off. Engage clutch, apply gas. Release clutch, more gas. Saying the steps out loud really helps. It’s also helps to think of the gas/clutch as 2 steps, rather than 1. First, engage clutch, let the car hold or roll forward, THEN gas. It helped me a lot. Then later on you’ll be able to combine it as one step without thinking. Hope this help! Happy driving!

    • @LyricalWax
      @LyricalWax 3 роки тому +119

      Or, just drive auto.

    • @new_journey66
      @new_journey66 3 роки тому +65

      Yeah, that's what makes me nervous- forgetting the steps and then people blowing me and me freaking out because I'm panicking and because I'm panicking i still cant remember the steps 🤣🤣🤣. I'm wondering too.. when your just beginning to drive a stick and trying to focus on the steps.. does it affect how much you pay attention to the road? That's another concern I have😐

    • @Necksteppa77
      @Necksteppa77 3 роки тому +115

      @@LyricalWax When you have to move cars at your job you cant just say, sorry I will only move the ones that are automatic, can you? Its not an option, move the car or your fired.

    • @Musicsperfection09
      @Musicsperfection09 3 роки тому +118

      @@Necksteppa77 damn I guess we all working vallet up in here

    • @jakobnowakowski1396
      @jakobnowakowski1396 3 роки тому +1

      u dont even need to apply gas when realeasing the clutch, why even teach people that

  • @073rick2
    @073rick2 3 роки тому +11432

    For the new manual gear people the ‘R’ stands for race

    • @computertutorials1286
      @computertutorials1286 3 роки тому +686

      Nice try, it actually stands for Reverse.

    • @flexzay6917
      @flexzay6917 3 роки тому +1440

      computer tutorials12 no it doesn’t, im a professional racer

    • @computertutorials1286
      @computertutorials1286 3 роки тому +121

      ​@@flexzay6917 Professional amateur right? I am too.

    • @arnasleseta2890
      @arnasleseta2890 3 роки тому +693

      @@computertutorials1286 r/woosh

    • @TomYourmombadil
      @TomYourmombadil 3 роки тому +1194

      No need to mock us automatic drivers, we’re not that dumb, we know the obvious. In fact we actually have race mode too. Plus we have D for day mode, N for night mode, and P for extra power mode

  • @scottthewaterwarrior
    @scottthewaterwarrior Рік тому +8

    Most important thing to understand is that the clutch is not an on/off thing. You let out slowly until you feel it start to engage (engine RPMs will dip), then give it a little gas and slowly let it out more till you are up and going.
    That's what my dad failed to explain to me the first few lessons, he kept saying use the "friction point" but never explained what that was. Once he finally did explain how the clutch has a _range_ of engagement, it was a lot easier. Did kinda wonder before that why the pedal had so much travel if it _was_ just an on/off thing, but the pedal travels much further then the engagement range anyway.

    • @GRAITOM
      @GRAITOM 8 місяців тому

      This is definitely helpful, I see a lot of people talking about the "clutch bite point" as it's a mysterious thing and never explained.
      I plan on getting a GR Corolla eventually to that's why I wanna learn manual. And I also currently find driving kind of boring and would like something with more "activity". Didn't help my current car is a Subaru legacy with a CVT lmao.

    • @scottthewaterwarrior
      @scottthewaterwarrior 8 місяців тому

      @@GRAITOM Very much agree, driving a manual keeps me more engaged in the driving process and therefor more focused. My current car is a 2015 Subaru Forester, but managed to find one of the like 3% they sold with a manaul.

  • @jocelyno8620
    @jocelyno8620 Рік тому +65

    My dad is currently trying to teach me shift, and this video is super helpful! I kept stalling out because I’d only use the break and not the clutch since I’m used to an automatic, but this helped me learned more about the car itself, thank you!

  • @Mat.Carvalho
    @Mat.Carvalho 4 роки тому +5774

    I drive a manual but I still watched the whole thing, lol.

  • @donaidtrump3385
    @donaidtrump3385 4 роки тому +2202

    Dealerships : We Don't Lend Vehicles due to Coronavirus
    Straight-Pipes : Let's Do HOW TO Videos instead

    • @tumisosekgoka2281
      @tumisosekgoka2281 4 роки тому +13

      A how to video is better

    • @Pure_KodiakWILD_Power
      @Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 4 роки тому +5

      isn't the toyota a loaner?

    • @beekman306
      @beekman306 4 роки тому +28

      Ha, this will probably end up being one of their most popular videos.

    • @dash-ryan
      @dash-ryan 4 роки тому +14

      Next video: what’s rev matching?

    • @TheCabrooster11
      @TheCabrooster11 4 роки тому +12

      So next week heel & toeing on downshifting, trail braking & adjusting your cornering on the throttle

  • @bxkash0074
    @bxkash0074 2 роки тому +77

    This video absolutely works, I’m actually driving Manual with no issues and I love it. Thank you for this video, it’s greatly appreciated!!

  • @Ricksnet2008
    @Ricksnet2008 2 роки тому +74

    This was great. The exact tips I needed to get going. It’s been almost 20 years since I’ve driven a manual. And I remember that being the toughest to understand. That makes it easier to get in and go without “getting the feel” of it. Especially when trying out different cars to buy.

  • @YasssStitch
    @YasssStitch 3 роки тому +2377

    I've been driving manuals for 20 years. Every single thing in this video is spot on accurate.

    • @peterg2345
      @peterg2345 2 роки тому +36

      I've been driving manuals for 50 years. They were the majority back then. 3 on the tree, no synchro in 1st. THAT taught you how to drive a manual. And double-declutch heel-toe if you wanted to change into 1st if still moving,. Those lessons have stood me in good stead over that time. Proper heel-toe double declutching is still faster than throttle-blipping with the clutch in, and wears the synchros less.

    • @imsofate3432
      @imsofate3432 2 роки тому +1

      @@peterg2345 is driving a clutch uncomfortable or inconvenient or is it the opposite

    • @peterg2345
      @peterg2345 2 роки тому +27

      @@imsofate3432 For me it is natural. When I learnt to drive, manuals where the only real option. My first car came with 3 on the tree, without synchros in first. Within a few months (old car, not me) synchros failed in second. I had to teach myself quickly how to heel-toe and double declutch on changedowns. Which was not your question. I prefer to change gears when I choose to, not when the car does. I've just bought a Subaru BRZ. 6spd manual (at least as toey as my stolen Brock). Apart from being able to change gears when I choose, I lose all the nanny stuff they equip the autos with. Win-win. I used to drive taxis. My first wheelchair accessible taxi was a 5spd Ford Transit. I reckon I did about 2000 gear changes per day. Totally worth it.
      Bottom-line. Once you are used to driving a manual, changing gears is like turning the steering wheel. It's natural and nothing you even think about.

    • @imsofate3432
      @imsofate3432 2 роки тому +9

      @@peterg2345 because I'm 14 turning 15 this June and I really want a C4 Corvette or 3rd gen Camaro in manual by the time I turn anywhere from 16-20 but it's okay if I get it in automatic

    • @jay_r9825
      @jay_r9825 2 роки тому +33

      @@imsofate3432 keep dreaming you don’t need a car like that at 16

  • @surferbone82
    @surferbone82 3 роки тому +5318

    Stalling in public after a traffic light turns green on a hill while having a line of cars behind you builds character. It will also give you sweaty pits and make you never want to drive manual ever again.
    Just know that we all went through it. It gets better. Much much better.

    • @lunchbox4217
      @lunchbox4217 3 роки тому +34

      🤣

    • @haydentakara4369
      @haydentakara4369 3 роки тому +594

      Dude I literally just did this lol. I got nervous so right as I started it I revved to 7,000 rpm then dumped the clutch and spun my rear tires through the whole intersection lol.

    • @gakahuarthur993
      @gakahuarthur993 3 роки тому +45

      real talk. 😂😂

    • @chrisnah6540
      @chrisnah6540 3 роки тому +300

      It happened to me with 3 friends In the car. 25 years ago and I still hear about I t.

    • @tomo24
      @tomo24 3 роки тому +17

      So true its funny😂😂

  • @Shallowcreek1
    @Shallowcreek1 Рік тому +10

    this video really helped me feel less scared about a manual! i’ve been looking for a car lately and every one i’ve been drawn to has been a manual, so i’m taking that as a sign to learn 😂

  • @cici7904
    @cici7904 Рік тому +19

    I know how to drive stick but it's been quite a few years. This was a great refresher! Also super detailed for beginners.

  • @ProfitEmpire
    @ProfitEmpire 4 роки тому +4320

    Thank you will be taking my dads car out when he’s sleeping

    • @syedrehanfida
      @syedrehanfida 3 роки тому +303

      Please don't do that. Ask him to accompany you and help you learn. My dad taught me how to drive a manual, and we only have a manual car.

    • @Dahmer_Jeff
      @Dahmer_Jeff 3 роки тому +150

      @@syedrehanfida not everyone has a dad or a manual to learn with ass hole

    • @true5.012
      @true5.012 3 роки тому +396

      Trust Valentino ok so. The guy he was responding to does have a dad and a manual car

    • @antonyram4866
      @antonyram4866 3 роки тому +69

      just put it in neutral and roll out

    • @morenitojr88
      @morenitojr88 3 роки тому +26

      Literally watched this video while my dads asleep

  • @Bianca-je2mz
    @Bianca-je2mz 4 роки тому +2179

    Eastern European version: how to drive an automatic transmission

    • @devistationvll
      @devistationvll 4 роки тому +89

      LMFAO this had me in stitches because its so true, but more accurately, how to drive an automatic in something newer than a 2 door 92' Golf.

    • @Steve-vp8ng
      @Steve-vp8ng 4 роки тому +188

      Haha, this is true for most of the world really.
      The first time i drove an automatic i tried to press the clutch pedal out of habit, so i stomped on the brake with my left foot.
      Nearly went through the windshield.

    • @kidnamedfinger6323
      @kidnamedfinger6323 4 роки тому +46

      Eastern European version: how to boil water in Bosnia 🇧🇦

    • @damartea6626
      @damartea6626 4 роки тому +17

      You should do a hill start...

    • @lolsmol
      @lolsmol 4 роки тому +17

      It's too hard. Keep driving manual.

  • @jojorobino5312
    @jojorobino5312 Рік тому +6

    People can give great tutorials all they want just like this one, but its an acquired feel that you really can't describe. Practice makes perfect.

  • @QuantikoOfficial
    @QuantikoOfficial 3 роки тому +5434

    Who else is watching this while 200 cars are honking at them a busy intersection?
    Edit: LOL yall, I forgot i left this comment a year ago 😭😭 funny thing is after this video, the only thing I drive now is manuals :) on to my 3rd car this year, God bless guys 🤠

    • @SadBheeseChurger
      @SadBheeseChurger 3 роки тому +179

      LMAO go home

    • @diamondsprince
      @diamondsprince 3 роки тому +650

      @@SadBheeseChurger he's trying but keeps stalling lol

    • @solefire3318
      @solefire3318 3 роки тому +84

      LMAO! Great comment. People are dicks man. They do not understand the struggle.

    • @SadBheeseChurger
      @SadBheeseChurger 3 роки тому +60

      @@solefire3318 We're just joking man, atleast he has the guts of driving on a traffic, I can only drive forwards lol

    • @solefire3318
      @solefire3318 3 роки тому +15

      @@SadBheeseChurger Oh I know my friend. Totally wasn't talking about you both. I was referring to people on the road haha. Sorry for the confusion!

  • @HarukiYoo
    @HarukiYoo 3 роки тому +5235

    For Automatic
    P = Plane Mode
    N = NOS Mode
    R = Racing Mode
    D = Drift Mode
    S = Sport Mode

  • @ashley2449
    @ashley2449 Рік тому +53

    this video is perfect in my case. i learned clutching and manuals on a motorcycle as a kid, my dad always maintained a car is easier but im still insanely nervous about going for a test drive for the first time in a few days when i go to pick up my car from the dealership. needless to say, I'll be praying for the clutch in my veloster N for these first few days lmfao

    • @timothydraper3687
      @timothydraper3687 Рік тому +1

      It's just a case of 'gently does it' with the clutch until you find the bite point. I live in a hilly village in the UK, and it's fine after not very long.

  • @pens87668
    @pens87668 Рік тому +20

    The first vehicle I learned to drive was my dads 5 speed manual 2000 Saturn SL2. It was a challenge at first, but once in gear it was easy. The biggest thing people struggle with is taking off. Once you have that down pat, it’s easy. The last thing I’ll say is that I don’t have too many friends that can drive a manual as only a select couple can. Im 29.

    • @elybloss
      @elybloss 5 місяців тому

      One of my old project cars was a 97 SL2. Lots of good memories.

  • @Motoboo_Marine
    @Motoboo_Marine 3 роки тому +1050

    Once you get the basics down, learning how to shift gears up and down without upsetting the balance of the car is what separates people who can drive stick and those who can do it well.

    • @salami99
      @salami99 2 роки тому +72

      truly an art or skill to master for each car.

    • @profound369
      @profound369 Рік тому +62

      Each car has its own tolerance..ford ranger I had was very lenient, the honda civic I have now is tight and jerks easily

    • @netbirth
      @netbirth Рік тому +1

      @@profound369 which one?

    • @profound369
      @profound369 Рік тому +1

      @@netbirth 2008 regular civic

    • @nashambenyisrael7689
      @nashambenyisrael7689 8 місяців тому

      How do you know when to shift each gears and what rpms you need in order to do so?

  • @MrPPCLI
    @MrPPCLI 4 роки тому +302

    I’ve been driving a manual since the dark ages, but it is nice to have a decent, non condescending ‘how-to’ video for those who want to learn- maybe more?

    • @johnbacon4997
      @johnbacon4997 4 роки тому +27

      Many ppl my age (early 20s) never had a chance to learn

    • @Koffiato
      @Koffiato 4 роки тому +3

      @@johnbacon4997 that depends on where you live though. You can find manual transmissions in Europe pretty easily.

    • @agenthex
      @agenthex 4 роки тому +4

      Just a head up that these two are demoing pretty amateur technique. As you get familiar you should try to use as little clutch as possible, and it would've been nice to at least mention if not show actual smooth shifts instead of "clutch to the floor" ones.

    • @kylemontano228
      @kylemontano228 4 роки тому

      MrPPCLI i learned on my friend’s ford ranger and my other friend’s e36. My next car will def be a manual

    • @BoopSnoot
      @BoopSnoot 4 роки тому

      Good point, if I made the video it would be about 5 seconds long. "Find a parking lot, practice for an hour, and don't be retarded." Its not complicated!

  • @johnferreira885
    @johnferreira885 Рік тому +3

    Omg I'm teaching my son now and it's a argument all the time. Thanks for showing the foot work all at the same time that's the part that is the most important to show someone.

  • @mr.clucky9540
    @mr.clucky9540 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks guys for making this great video! I never had anyone to teach me and was planning on getting a manual in the next couple of years to learn how to drive a manual. Thanks love you guys and the content!

  • @SpudEater
    @SpudEater 4 роки тому +183

    My grandfather tossed me in the driver seat of his 88 wrangler, in an open field and gave me basic instructions on what to do, walked away to sit in a lawn chair and cracked open a beer. That’s how I learned how to drive stick, I was told “you know how to drive the Allis, you can drive this.” Allis referring to his old 50’s tractor that he had me drive, that was over a decade ago haha. I was ten when I drove the tractor and 13 when he had me drive the Jeep, most memorable part of my life.

    • @bryce4479
      @bryce4479 3 роки тому +17

      that’s a cool opportunity you had. i wish i had an opportunity even remotely similar to that. first time ever driving stick was a year ago in my own car that i bought without even knowing how to drive it lol.

    • @Its_Orca
      @Its_Orca 3 роки тому

      Wow

    • @waltermitchel6266
      @waltermitchel6266 3 роки тому

      @@bryce4479 same, had my brother drive it out the lot for me.

    • @honkhonk8009
      @honkhonk8009 2 роки тому

      Man. I drove my dads car and it was an automatic lmfao.
      Its gonna be sad when that shit phases out.

    • @manwelliemdawson3438
      @manwelliemdawson3438 2 роки тому

      Thats a great memory

  • @joeg5118
    @joeg5118 4 роки тому +155

    I swear straight pipes never fails at being amazing.

  • @pizzajake427
    @pizzajake427 7 місяців тому +1

    Great video! Ive ridden motorcycles for years, but never had the opportunity growing up to own a manual transmission car. Same concept, but different limbs moving. Thanks for the great advice!

  • @JAYVsG35
    @JAYVsG35 2 роки тому +2

    Out of all the manual transmission videos, this is the best one that I've found yet 🙏

  • @thephao4327
    @thephao4327 4 роки тому +3209

    People in Europe when people don't go on Green: Aw man that person must've stalled, It's ok
    People in America: Go got dammit, get off your f'in phone
    Europeans based on comment section: Go ja it's our turn!!! (On a light that is about to change)

    • @Crummieboi56
      @Crummieboi56 4 роки тому +240

      The Ike THATS SO FLIPPING TRUE, well that same thing happened to my uncle, he stalled, and then the person behind him got out and started screaming at him to get offf his phone while my uncle just stared at him like “what the flip is your problem”

    • @thephao4327
      @thephao4327 4 роки тому +95

      @@Crummieboi56 Bless your Uncle for being a good man, and not wanting to kick some a**.

    • @elchingon7156
      @elchingon7156 3 роки тому +127

      The Ike Most of the time in America, it is the case because like 99% of people own and drive an automatic

    • @simplistix6219
      @simplistix6219 3 роки тому +72

      When I first got my Civic Si one year ago I stalled on a busy road at a traffic light two times. Both times this happened I got honked almost instantly after stalling.

    • @thephao4327
      @thephao4327 3 роки тому +32

      @@simplistix6219 Yeah man the people who just let off the brakes at a stop have it easy and will never understand. Congratulations on your Si too.

  • @MrDaBo94
    @MrDaBo94 4 роки тому +248

    When you already know how to drive, but still watch it because Straight Pipes are awesome 👍

  • @gabriellerausch594
    @gabriellerausch594 9 місяців тому

    Litterally the best, clearest video ive found. Not some racer guy tryna be hot stuff n use a bunch of fancy words. Just simple, good explainations with wonderfully clear visuals

  • @mikepawlikguitar
    @mikepawlikguitar 5 місяців тому +2

    I'm 36 years old, and first learned manual in Furth im Wald in Germany. I was 14, and my dad suffered a massive fine for that. My mom taught me properly at a legal age at 16 here in Ontario, Canada.
    Now, I'm on my 4th car, and have never owned an automatic! I'm on my 3rd Mazda 3. Had 2 gen 3s, and now have a 2024 gen 4. So pumped we can still buy manuals!

  • @MrKaliforniakingz
    @MrKaliforniakingz 4 роки тому +1497

    For anyone that drives stick. When getting into an automaic, try to press the nonexisting clutch?

    • @jonathanchilds930
      @jonathanchilds930 3 роки тому +97

      every time

    • @ViolentMLG
      @ViolentMLG 3 роки тому +91

      I did that for like a year straight after giving up my manual.

    • @alexandervera7865
      @alexandervera7865 3 роки тому +250

      I usually hit the edge of the brake pedal and give myself a heart attack

    • @kevinclass2010
      @kevinclass2010 3 роки тому +73

      @@alexandervera7865 we found a hero that keeps the tradition alive

    • @mikef1848
      @mikef1848 3 роки тому +24

      I always try to press the non existent clutch, but I also tend to move the gear lever lol, just because I always drive a manual and just prefer to drive a manual

  • @vergilius9577
    @vergilius9577 4 роки тому +710

    The real question is how to heel-toe

  • @hwyfan
    @hwyfan 10 місяців тому +5

    Thank you for the refresher. I took a half day tutorial in learning to drive manual several months ago. Your video was very clear in demonstrating the coordination of moves needed to get the car moving.

  • @Dank951
    @Dank951 2 роки тому +3

    This video literally helped learn to drive stick shift in less than 12 hours. I found a used 2020 Hyundai Veloster for a really great price being sold at a local Hyundai dealership. I didn't know it was stick shift until I saw it in person. The saleswoman didn't pressure me to buy the car but told me that I was missing out on a great offer. I knew I was...and I forced myself to learn stick shift without a stick shift car to practice on. It's 7 months later and I am still appreciative of this video!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  2 роки тому +1

      Ehhhhh 🤙🏻🤙🏻

    • @Dank951
      @Dank951 2 роки тому

      @Chandler Bing 28 lmao! It actually isn't hard...and even though it involves some more foot work, I feel like I have more control of the car versus automatic.

    • @VirtualWonderBoy
      @VirtualWonderBoy 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheStraightPipes Wow you guys actually came back to reply to a two year old video... what an absolute gem. Still remember and came back to this recently from years ago. This video gave me confidence to learn manual and I learnt it in a Miata RF. Save the manuals! Good shit mates with love from Aus

  • @BLVCKOUT_
    @BLVCKOUT_ 4 роки тому +546

    Shout out to everyone that already knows how to drive a manual but still decided to watch the video anyway.

    • @MishMoves
      @MishMoves 4 роки тому

      Here!

    • @rosen9425
      @rosen9425 4 роки тому

      It's been a good while tho

    • @_pooo
      @_pooo 4 роки тому

      Meee

    • @danialkhan3959
      @danialkhan3959 4 роки тому +6

      it's one thing to know how to drive a manual car, but perfecting it will take more practice.

    • @nicholasumsted2731
      @nicholasumsted2731 3 роки тому +1

      Glad to see there’s some of us out here

  • @delaneyo7933
    @delaneyo7933 2 роки тому +400

    Watched this video last night then went driving with my dad today for only about an hour in an empty parking lot and was able to get up to 3rd gear and back up into a spot. Thank you for your help this helped give me an extra perspective

    • @swisserty
      @swisserty 2 роки тому +2

      nice little tweats!! gonna rank em off

    • @edrickllanes3068
      @edrickllanes3068 11 місяців тому +14

      This video saved a lot of us from getting yelled at

  • @pryvateryan9731
    @pryvateryan9731 Рік тому +7

    I saw a dog learning how to drive a Manual and I thought "I'm not letting a dog outdo me" and yeah... that's where I'm at in life.. I don't own a car and don't plan on getting one anytime soon

  • @hyllus2714
    @hyllus2714 Рік тому +2

    i have a driving course in 20min and this video is really helpful for a beginner to follow. thank you so much!

  • @tykszeto
    @tykszeto 4 роки тому +148

    But I already know how to...
    *Watches anyways

  • @stephenackerman8302
    @stephenackerman8302 4 роки тому +70

    Been driving manual for 21 years but still watched until the end because I MUST watch every The Straight Pipes video!

  • @odeszaa
    @odeszaa 9 місяців тому +3

    Thanks for the in depth tutorial, was freaking out because the car I’m stealing is a manual! I’m in the drivers seat right now and now I know how to drive it perfectly, thanks for helping get a free car!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  9 місяців тому +1

      That’s why I made the first part so quick. Enjoy!

  • @cxlxmbv
    @cxlxmbv Рік тому +3

    The best video ever! Thanks for this. I got my first manual car and this was really helpful

  • @iknowtheboognish
    @iknowtheboognish Рік тому +1

    im about to get my very first project car (VW Jetta TDI) and its a manual. unfortunately as a nearly 22 year old woman who was raised by truck drivers i have never even touched a manual car before. so excited but equally as nervous to learn. this video eased some of my anxieties so thanks :)

  • @Jeikune
    @Jeikune 4 роки тому +181

    When i was first learning how to drive manual, literally like 3 months ago in my miata, i got so nervous at a red light going up a hill, the moment it turned green i got scared of rolling back into the car behind me so i hit the revved my a bit higher and let go of the clutch, ended up doing a burnout and still got honked at. T_T still learning but i can go up hills with some confidence now.

    • @tsuki3924
      @tsuki3924 3 роки тому +7

      The exact same thing happened to me like a month ago lmao I just started learning manual in my 91 civic

    • @Dahmer_Jeff
      @Dahmer_Jeff 3 роки тому +5

      😂 getting honked at is the worst part

    • @Electromagneticuranium
      @Electromagneticuranium 3 роки тому +3

      The burnout part is very accurate indeed!

    • @fongchye1946
      @fongchye1946 3 роки тому +2

      You‘ll get there one day,good luck tho.

    • @yes-gs2rd
      @yes-gs2rd 3 роки тому +1

      could always just use the handbrake

  • @MJT-DA
    @MJT-DA 4 роки тому +109

    Me: "that's not so hard!"
    My 2010 Hyundai elantra with a broken clutch: *_ARE YOU SURE ABOUT THAT?_*

  • @fnaf2ventnoise330
    @fnaf2ventnoise330 4 місяці тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video! Im learning stick and I always hit the gas too hard and release the clutch too fast when starting the car, seeing actual feet on the pedals really helps, thank you.

  • @hydrix6419
    @hydrix6419 Рік тому +3

    This cleared up alot of confusion for me about getting the car to actually move thank you!

  • @alexng6086
    @alexng6086 3 роки тому +1492

    honestly, i feel like people should be forced to drive stick if they ever get a ticket for using a device while driving.

    • @muramasa870
      @muramasa870 3 роки тому +37

      Defug is stick, i don't live in Hamburica

    • @jackdpaul
      @jackdpaul 3 роки тому +88

      @@muramasa870 manual

    • @ezekielx5
      @ezekielx5 3 роки тому +32

      @@muramasa870 stick shift A.K.A manual

    • @nicholaslopez4170
      @nicholaslopez4170 3 роки тому +126

      @@muramasa870 if you can't figure out what "stick" means on a video learning to drive manual, you must come from somewhere with a real low iq, or your just real slow.

    • @chippadevcharan8475
      @chippadevcharan8475 3 роки тому +26

      then i would use my phone on purpose to get to drive a stick

  • @rayadams9312
    @rayadams9312 3 роки тому +588

    Thanks guys! Teaching my younger brother to drive a manual this week, he’s getting his license and I’ve went over what I’ve learned over the years with my career training as a truck driver and personal skills with my 18 wrangler and 95 F-150! I’m giving him my 95 Ford for his first car and I believe your detailed step by step process will help a lot!

    • @BOBO-wt7yi
      @BOBO-wt7yi Рік тому +11

      It's the opposite for me, my parents are giving me my dad's 93 wrangler and they are keeping the newer Ford

    • @v.j.1017
      @v.j.1017 Рік тому

      @@BOBO-wt7yi he also gave away his older 95 car

    • @brainkrieg1423
      @brainkrieg1423 Рік тому

      You're a cool brother. Mine would've rather sawn his leg off with a butter knife than given me his car when I was 16 😂

    • @shanedoughty6844
      @shanedoughty6844 Рік тому

      Congratulations dude!!!

    • @Ashytony.
      @Ashytony. Рік тому +4

      @@BOBO-wt7yi you get cars? I have to buy my own

  • @jboneofficial481
    @jboneofficial481 2 роки тому +1

    This was definitely helpful but you can't drive in a minute. You have to get a feel of your car. Thank you for the video for it was super needed

  • @noardjaloshi4446
    @noardjaloshi4446 Рік тому +2

    Im 13 years old and i came across this, i did my first shifts!

  • @TheStraightPipes
    @TheStraightPipes  4 роки тому +462

    Did this video help you out? Share it with a buddy who could use the tips. Next video we'll show you downshifts, hill starts and other fun stuff!

    • @PlanetCypher_
      @PlanetCypher_ 4 роки тому +35

      Can you do one for people in the UK on how to drive an automatic?

    • @deeasvlogs7024
      @deeasvlogs7024 4 роки тому +4

      TheStraightPipes sure will do so

    • @deeasvlogs7024
      @deeasvlogs7024 4 роки тому +3

      TheStraightPipes when are you coming to Ghana ??

    • @deeasvlogs7024
      @deeasvlogs7024 4 роки тому +2

      You guys definitely have to come to Ghana

    • @TheAutisticOwl
      @TheAutisticOwl 4 роки тому +3

      No, but I'm glad to see that tutorial videos for driving manuals are still coming out and overall, this was a very entertaining video.
      Nice.

  • @kernow9324
    @kernow9324 3 роки тому +64

    I've only ever driven manual cars, so when I got into an automatic for a test drive, I was all over the place and kept grabbing the salesman's leg while trying to change gear. I love manual transmissions!

    • @jacealbine
      @jacealbine Рік тому +54

      Sounds like you were trying to stick shift his gears, if you know what I'm saying haha

  • @AlyC2006
    @AlyC2006 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much, I never had my dad in my life to teach me how to drive manual so I really appreciate it 💙

  • @wyatttohee6218
    @wyatttohee6218 7 місяців тому

    needed a refresher on this since i havent driven a manual in almost 10 years. Thanks for this

  • @jordan3576
    @jordan3576 2 роки тому +348

    “And start the car by pressing the start stop button”
    Me who is trying to learn on a 1990 prelude: 👁👄👁

    • @lukeswain1752
      @lukeswain1752 2 роки тому +21

      Clutch, key. I hate stop start buttons. I don't trust em!

    • @wesleyhurd3574
      @wesleyhurd3574 2 роки тому +13

      Same goes for the electronic parking brake.

    • @inferiorsinister
      @inferiorsinister 2 роки тому +9

      Bro .. you’re the real winner here. A prelude !

    • @neillobo5231
      @neillobo5231 2 роки тому

      "Put the doohickey in the thingamajigger"

    • @MrNicholas2001
      @MrNicholas2001 2 роки тому +5

      Me trying to learn a 98 Ford f 150 👁👅👁

  • @IbraheemManoharan
    @IbraheemManoharan 3 роки тому +95

    When you buy your first car as a stickshift because of you're childhood interest in automobiles, then remember there's nobody to teach you to drive a manual. Ya bois Yuri and Jakub to the rescue. Thanks guys!

    • @TraceguyRune
      @TraceguyRune 3 роки тому

      Your dad can't teach you or are you just too edgy?

    • @DragonKnightX12
      @DragonKnightX12 2 роки тому +1

      @@TraceguyRune What if his dad isn't a car guy?

    • @marcapwier6473
      @marcapwier6473 2 роки тому

      No one in my family drives manual, and I want to learn :(

    • @pain.497
      @pain.497 2 роки тому +1

      I'm trying to get a S2000 as my first car because of the same thing. These guys are a life saver.

    • @jagermain4658
      @jagermain4658 2 роки тому

      @@pain.497 same

  • @con5818
    @con5818 2 роки тому +49

    Kudos to all those learning/rowing your own gears! It’s a great way to make driving more engaging. .
    Pro-tips when you stall:
    Keep foot on brake to display brake lights. Drivers may misperceive you as taking off, and rear end you.
    Using 2nd gear on an incline/in traffic is key to comfort.
    Don’t give in to 2 pedal drivers urges to scoot up 6-18 inches/time, or to go 0-40-0 in 10 seconds when coasting 5-12 mph for 30s will do.
    Semi-truck drivers are allies in congested traffic, and have a greater vantage point than any passenger vehicle.
    It sounds counter intuitive but it’s more natural to ‘start learning’ the finesse of a clutch (in a flat, then inclined parking lot) using the “more forgiving throttle” of 2nd gear roll-offs, then introduce 1st gear roll-offs.

    • @jgotjuice9919
      @jgotjuice9919 Рік тому +1

      So your saying when your stopped at a hill take off in 2nd instead of 1st? The hills still scare me because on the hill as soon as you let off the brake you gotta switch QUICK to the gas and let off the clutch or you will be flying backwards

    • @SimonBauer7
      @SimonBauer7 Рік тому

      @@jgotjuice9919 take of in first why would you use second. the guy obviously knows jack shit about how to drive a manual correctly. on hills you will get used to it. dont worry man just keep practicing.

    • @con5818
      @con5818 Рік тому +1

      @@jgotjuice9919 yes exactly right. Using first gear gives you like one second to get the transition right. If you use second gear it’s more like 2 to 2 1/2 seconds and nearly impossible to stall because you can just “catch it” by using the gas to go or using the 2-2.5 seconds to depress clutch and save a stall.
      Also if you’re experienced driving stick and on a hill you’re probably just gonna have a super firm clutch leg and just let the clutch take the abuse of going uphill because your clutch can’t stall you out unless you let it. But until you have that muscle memory built up there’s just no way to immediately finely control clutch in that sense.
      Try it out and let me k now what you think! It’s literally just a matter of finesse and time in the saddle.

    • @con5818
      @con5818 Рік тому +1

      Extra time lets you slow down all your foot/wheel/sight inputs too -
      so like if you’re worried about getting your feet transitioned across the pedals you can focus on that first.
      Promise though that ‘extra time” on the hill will let you make everything else work more smoothly.
      And it’s just a good idea to remember you don’t have to take gears sequentially.
      it’s totally appropriate to skip gears up/down. Eg 1-2-4 or 6/5-3-2-neutral when coasting to an exit ramp style stop.
      That said you don’t fully control a car that isn’t in gear so personally I avoid coasting in neutral.

    • @scottthewaterwarrior
      @scottthewaterwarrior Рік тому +1

      @@con5818 Any modern manual (last 20-30 years) is going to be more efficient when rolling down hill in gear then in neutral anyway. In neutral, the engine is burning fuel while at idle, in gear the fuel actually gets shut off completely if you are above idle speed and not pressing the gas.
      I guess I can see how taking off in 2nd would be easier, but you are going to wear your clutch out faster doing that.

  • @MetaVizions
    @MetaVizions 8 місяців тому

    I run a valet team & many don’t know how to drive manual nowadays. This really helped some out with visuals, bc getting a manual for everyone to practice on isn’t the easiest.

  • @snzc7298
    @snzc7298 4 роки тому +69

    me: stops and puts it in neutral
    also me: wobles the shifter 1000000 times to check if i really put it

  • @kurtkomaromi3690
    @kurtkomaromi3690 4 роки тому +7

    My current vehicle is an automatic but I've driven mainly manual transmissions for the past 30 years. It's becoming a lost art. I am so grateful that I passed on the tradition by teaching my son to drive stick a few years ago. Thanks for the simple guide presented in this video!

  • @Hmick0517
    @Hmick0517 Рік тому

    Thanks for the demo and tips! I’m driving stick in Europe next week and this has been very helpful 👍🏼

  • @skylarfullbright3835
    @skylarfullbright3835 7 днів тому

    This helped so much!! I didn’t know there was like some engagement zone, kinda thought you just pressed the clutch and let up rlly slow (first 6 speed) so thank you sm!!

  • @ryanqube9132
    @ryanqube9132 4 роки тому +18

    Man.. this brings back memories of my first time ever learning to drive a car. I used to stressed out whenever i have to play the clutch on uphill roads because of the heavy traffic. It was hell but atleast I'll never forget how to drive now.

  • @mahanteshr5185
    @mahanteshr5185 3 роки тому +110

    Believe me.. This video will be a gem in another 30 years

    • @slammuh6
      @slammuh6 2 роки тому +17

      with everybody going electric, i wouldn't be surprised if barely anybody knew what a manual car was 30 years from now lol

  • @cy6434
    @cy6434 Рік тому +4

    recently got my drivers license and now i want to learn how to drive manual! thnx for this :)

  • @41979la
    @41979la Рік тому +1

    I just wanna spend a few minutes commenting appreciating this video. I drive auto car, manual bike, but never have I driven manual car before.
    I was resting in the truck and driver was away, but turns out he parked in the wrong spot. So I couldn't leave the truck or else people will lock our truck, but I have to go grab lunch.
    Thanks to this video, I really learned it in 1 min, moved the truck easily and I am proud and happy.

  • @tylermorris3804
    @tylermorris3804 3 роки тому +231

    Can 100% relate with their faces when they stall the engine😂

    • @lukasmax6984
      @lukasmax6984 3 роки тому +15

      that face is how other drivers on the road know why your car is stopped for no reason xDD

  • @vonklizzykloudz1303
    @vonklizzykloudz1303 4 роки тому +14

    Daily manual driver but watched anyways, always enjoy seeing different perspectives and tips. I learned manual the best way how, buy a manual and cross your fingers you'll make it home.

  • @Otes
    @Otes Рік тому +1

    I just got my first manual yesterday so this video should really help thanks guys

  • @trtgames2092
    @trtgames2092 Рік тому +3

    I’m watching this the day before I buy a manual car 3 hours away 😂

  • @willmatheson
    @willmatheson 4 роки тому +168

    Hopefully there'll be a "Part 2: Hills!!"

    • @smokingpacman
      @smokingpacman 4 роки тому +15

      I still have ptsd on a hill even tho I can easily handle them

    • @klavier285
      @klavier285 4 роки тому +16

      This video isn't very helpful without covering starting on an incline. That's probably the #1 scariest thing for new manual drivers is having to stop on a hill, especially with someone behind them. Although many modern manuals have hill assist, which negates the fear of rolling back.

    • @aezracigdem
      @aezracigdem 3 роки тому +19

      if you have a manual brake you can pull up your handbrake then while giving gas and releasing the clutch, you slowly put the parking brake down. Though while doing this you car might jump forward so make sure the car in front of you isn't very close

    • @ViolentMLG
      @ViolentMLG 3 роки тому +3

      What erza said, drop that E-brake.

    • @syedrehanfida
      @syedrehanfida 3 роки тому

      Excellent idea!

  • @Ripinda1911
    @Ripinda1911 4 роки тому +331

    I dont know why i watch this. I never have driven a car with an automatic, only manuals.

    • @TheAutisticOwl
      @TheAutisticOwl 4 роки тому +3

      What's your age?

    • @joefields719
      @joefields719 4 роки тому +10

      I did because Yuri and Jakob, and to see if they teach it well for the youngands.

    • @Ripinda1911
      @Ripinda1911 4 роки тому +3

      @@TheAutisticOwl 22 and I have driven for about 5 years.

    • @AlexSami-qw4qu
      @AlexSami-qw4qu 4 роки тому +5

      Ripinda1911 same here. Been driving manual for 25 years. Wanted to be sure I wasn't doing anything wrong.

    • @kristiankirilov9292
      @kristiankirilov9292 4 роки тому +2

      I'm 20 and I driven only manuals

  • @aperson3800
    @aperson3800 2 роки тому

    Really appreciated all the "if you do this thing wrong heres what happens" takes a lot of the scariness out of the experience for novices.

  • @gone6096
    @gone6096 4 місяці тому +1

    This lowkey actually help a lot thank you both

  • @askin2988
    @askin2988 4 роки тому +71

    Eastern Europe here and I've seen more manual cars than automatic in my whole life

    • @DrMcMoist
      @DrMcMoist 4 роки тому +13

      I think the same is true for pretty much every European country. I grew up in Scotland and automatics were as rare as chicken teeth when I was a kid.

    • @WhatNotYT
      @WhatNotYT 4 роки тому +3

      askin I find this hilarious, because in America, most of us believe cars have a lower chance of being stolen because they’re manual haha. Such a small percentage of the population knows how to drive them.

    • @cameronburke8002
      @cameronburke8002 4 роки тому +4

      In Ireland driving an automatic can get you mocked. If there is a choice between Automatic and Manual on the car model, and you choose automatic, prepare to be called bitch for life.

    • @JohnSmith-ki3li
      @JohnSmith-ki3li 4 роки тому

      @@DrMcMoist it's still the same now.

    • @jaxrages8678
      @jaxrages8678 4 роки тому +2

      @@GcinaTV Chill with the weird superiority complex.

  • @lolzers7986
    @lolzers7986 3 роки тому +408

    “How to drive a manual in one minute”
    *Seven minutes long*
    I have been lied to

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  3 роки тому +120

      The first minute covered it

    • @lolzers7986
      @lolzers7986 3 роки тому +19

      Fair point

    • @TraceguyRune
      @TraceguyRune 3 роки тому +3

      @@TheStraightPipes It didn't say when you shift up, and definitely didnt cover how to stop. In one minute you explained how to turn the car on and drive 1st gear

    • @epochseven4197
      @epochseven4197 3 роки тому +2

      @@TraceguyRune Yes they do. Around 5:40 they say you can shift up once you hit around 3,000rpm. Some cars don't have a tachometer though, so you pretty much just shift up based on feel (you'll just know after doing it a bunch of times).

    • @--TOM--
      @--TOM-- 2 роки тому +5

      @@epochseven4197 that's not in the first minute.

  • @calebsherlock7652
    @calebsherlock7652 6 місяців тому

    This was super helpful I’m purchasing my first manual car this week

  • @stellaandrews4467
    @stellaandrews4467 2 роки тому

    Thanks guys super helpful!! My car broke down and ive been forced to learn to drive my families truck which is a standard and its really been embarrassing to stall out in the middle of the road when the amazon guy is delivering a package and waving for u to go around him ahahha so i just play this video all the time whenever i can get a minute and you helped me out so much👍👍

  • @samael1733
    @samael1733 2 роки тому +6

    “Press the start button!” Sweating nervously in my 1960 VW

  • @TheAfterPein
    @TheAfterPein 3 роки тому +19

    Guys, I'm actually so happy somebody made a relatively short and easy to digest video instructional on how to drive a vehicle with a manual transmission. I have two friends who want to learn, and my girlfriend is thinking about learning to drive stick, too. Although I think I can demonstrate and ask them all to show me what I did when it's their turn, it's incredibly helpful to see it broken down per step in video to prevent getting frustrated and discouraged quickly after going to a parking lot to practice.

  • @desertexplorer8359
    @desertexplorer8359 3 місяці тому

    I drove manual for the first time thanks to u. Thx!! super helpful and clear!

  • @scrotor189
    @scrotor189 Рік тому +2

    Thank you guys for this video! A friend of mine let me drive my dream car recently and I didn’t stall it, but long story short I had no idea what I was doing and damn near messed up a beautiful car. So hoping he is nice enough to let me drive a second time lol

  • @owl4637
    @owl4637 3 роки тому +184

    The title : how to drive manual transmision-..
    Me : i'm not even own a car

  • @mikeyjimenez6054
    @mikeyjimenez6054 4 роки тому +51

    I’ve been learning manual driving and the part where you kept the foot in the clutch when it was still moving is what I didn’t know. As soon as I would feel the car move I’d let the clutch go completely and sometimes it’ll stall and sometimes it’ll go but jerk a lot. Thanks for this vid!

    • @GRAITOM
      @GRAITOM 8 місяців тому

      3 years later how's your skills on driving manual?!

    • @mikeyjimenez6054
      @mikeyjimenez6054 8 місяців тому

      @@GRAITOM Good. Sometimes don’t get the rpm right when taking off idk how if u daily it but still I’m good now. Downshifting ect

  • @jemyralagarde1208
    @jemyralagarde1208 3 місяці тому

    Thank you. This really helped, now to practice

  • @hopewrld714
    @hopewrld714 Рік тому +2

    i’m 16 and might be getting a manual car soon from a family member that’s giving it away, i’m nervous !! i don’t know how to drive manual yet, but these tips are helping me learn a lot about it before i get the car :)

    • @Sluutt
      @Sluutt 3 місяці тому

      How was it? 😭 Im getting a car soon and im so nervous, i feel like im either gonna hit someone or gonna get hit by a truck or something

  • @dudesons420
    @dudesons420 3 роки тому +33

    Thanks for the tips! Ive been driving for 10 years now and have only driven a standard once!
    Just bought my first standard car a week ago! These tips will definitely help save my clutch!

  • @yasinmikail
    @yasinmikail 4 роки тому +44

    I did not expect a video like this, at all. lol

    • @branflakes1299
      @branflakes1299 4 роки тому

      Yasin Mazıbaș neither did I but with the Corona Virus all the dealerships are closed. They don’t have access to new cars to review.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  4 роки тому +4

      Branflakes129 we don’t use dealerships. The corolla was from Toyota Canada and this was filmed last week

  • @Sport_lex
    @Sport_lex 7 місяців тому

    I love the video guys keep it up