The former AMG boss has bad news about manual transmissions.
Aston Martin made a solemn promise to enthusiasts back in 2017: to keep at least one manual transmission in its lineup even after all other automakers abandon this antiquated feature. There s just one big problem; that promise was made by Aston Martin s former CEO, Andy Palmer. Palmer has since been replaced by former AMG boss Tobias Moers, who has different ideas on the importance of manual transmissions.
Speaking to Australian news outlet Motoring, Moers confirmed Aston Martin would cease all future manual transmission development. The 2021 Aston Martin Vantage AMR Coupe, which currently offers a seven-speed manual option, will die off during next year s facelift.