Majority of Used Car Buyers in India Prefer Manual Transmissions, Younger Buyers Shift to Automatics
In India, 72% of used car buyers in 2025 prefer manual transmissions over automatics, according to the Gears of Growth 2025 report. While manuals dominate overall, younger buyers under 35 show a growing preference for automatics, especially women and those in metro areas. Older buyers and non-metro markets largely favor manuals due to lower costs and familiarity. This trend suggests gradual adoption of automatics as younger consumers become a larger market segment.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 33/100.
Outlets measured: businessstandard, thetribune. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 3 Aug, 10:35 am. Other outlets followed.