tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1012945107035332797.post5761595486924491065..comments2022-12-02T09:35:01.865-08:00Comments on horstpower: In need of a “fun” button, The New Mazda 3 SkyactivAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16040735955129035398noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1012945107035332797.post-85197019144928536012012-04-18T19:49:35.377-07:002012-04-18T19:49:35.377-07:00When it comes to manually shifting in the auto, th...When it comes to manually shifting in the auto, think about it. You crack the throttle, you're pushed back into the seat, you pull back to upshift. You apply the brakes for a corner, g-forces throw your weight forward, you push forward to downshift. Watch video clips of race cars with sequential gearboxes and you'll find the same simple principles applied. Another go at it with proper user instructions may yield you better driving experience. Another thing I didn't understand is why you were disappointed about the economy-minded car not dropping gears easily when not in manual mode. Logic would say, "Well, duh, man.". If you're in D, likely driving normally, and going for fuel mileage, why would you be mashing the throttle and needing that auto downshift anyway? If you ask me, that's like getting mad at your freezer for freezing things too quickly. Given, the car isn't going to be for everyone, and I respect your opinions, but I just wanted to note those two points. I'm sorry you didn't enjoy it very much. I find it to be an excellent car, for what it is, that avoids compromise with all it's got. Cheers.JC-MX5https://www.blogger.com/profile/11044791236849358713noreply@blogger.com