Paddle shifter

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004105",
  "term": "Paddle shifter",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A control mechanism, mounted on or near the steering wheel, that allows a driver to manually select gears in an automatic transmission. One paddle typically upshifts while the other downshifts, providing a more engaging driving experience. These shifters communicate electronically with the transmission control unit.",
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "see_also": [
    "column shifter",
    "automatic transmission",
    "manual transmission",
    "CVT"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Paddelschalter",
    "es": "levas de cambio",
    "fr": "palettes de changement de vitesse"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/paddle-shifter/"
}