I would rather have my (relatively) skillful, strong hand on the stick shift. That takes more dexterity than keeping the wheel pointed straight. Now that you mention it, I generally drive with only my left hand on the wheel whether I'm changing gears or not.

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>There is if all your cars are right-hand drive. I've said this before: most people are right-handed and, if I'm to take a hand off the wheel, for mundane automaton purposes, such as gear changing, I prefer my skilful, strong hand to remain in control.
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>Now GB, India, Australia, Japan, NZ, SA, Malta, et al all can't be wrong!
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>>Terry;
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>>In keeping with the theme of this thread, there is nothing wrong with driving on the right side of the road! Americans drive on the right side of the road and this is obviously the correct way to drive! After all, what is the alternative?
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>>Drive on the wrong side of the road! :)
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>Two rights don't make a wrong
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>Terry