# Why Did Most Car Manufacturers Stop Using Column-Mounted Gear Shifters?

> Column-mounted gear shifters are one of those classic car features that today's generation may not know about. Though they might be considered a relic now, these shifters were once the norm for cars and pickup trucks…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2188401/why-did-car-manufacturers-stop-using-column-mounted-gear-shifters/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a260f8bd18ecc5f36291540)
- **Published:** 2026-06-08
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #shifters #column #gear #mounted #manufacturers #stop #across #cars
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