Yes, the majority drive automatics (or so I hear). My mom taught me how to drive a manual when I was 11. It was a red 1976 Jeep CJ-7. It was hard, but I learned. I had to learn if I wanted to start working on the beach in the summer for our fishing spot. The Jeep was the best performer on the beach, so we used it to get to and from there (and to move around nets and equipment). I had to learn. The car I drive the most right now, the Cheyenne, is a manual. I honestly much prefer them. I haven't had to take the driving test yet (you do when you get a license, I have a permit). I do know that when I do take the driving test, you have a choice of using an automatic compact car (I believe it was a Chevy Cobalt) or bringing your own car. I have a permit at present (twenty multiple choice questions, very easy).