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The Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale Might Just Save The Manual Transmission With A Modified DCT
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Key Points:
- Ferrari has introduced the 12Cilindri Manuale, a front-engined V12 grand tourer with a unique manual-like gearbox featuring an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic and a gated shifter for six gears.
- The car includes a clutch-by-wire pedal allowing drivers to manually control clutch engagement, enabling a manual driving experience without a traditional hydraulic clutch system.
- Safety features include a lockout mechanism to prevent gear engagement without clutch depression, protecting the engine and transmission from damage.
- Unlike Koenigsegg's CC850, Ferrari's gearbox uses traditional selector forks and synchronizers operated by mechatronics, offering a more conventional manual feel with modern technology.
- Production is limited to 1,500 units, and while not a traditional manual gearbox, this shift-by-wire system could preserve manual driving engagement amid increasing automatic transmission regulations.
