Why some vintage Volkswagens have an 'E' on the shifter (and it's not for 'extra')
In the early 1980s, facing fuel crises, Volkswagen ingeniously added an 'E' gear to its manual transmissions. This 'economy' gear, essentially an overdrive, lowered engine RPMs on highways, significantly boosting fuel efficiency. While a clever solution for its time, this innovation eventually faded as automotive technology advanced.
In the early 1980s, facing fuel crises, Volkswagen ingeniously added an 'E' gear to its manual transmissions. This 'economy' gear, essentially an overdrive, lowered engine RPMs on highways, significantly boosting fuel efficiency. While a clever solution for its time, this innovation eventually faded as automotive technology advanced.
