Here’s why they don’t make stick shift EVs

When I first sat behind the wheel of an EV, I noticed something missing: the clutch and the gear stick.  The reason behind this is simple. EVs don’t have a gearbox. They’re automatic. So instead of a stick, you’ll find a lever, switch, or button that allows you to select “drive”, “park,” and “reverse.” Take a look at Polestar 2’s “gear” shifter. Image: Polestar Why don’t EVs have multiple gears? Unlike petrol or