Nerveex
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I don’t necessarily dislike column shifters but I definitely prefer the knob over the console ones for sure. Idk the knob just doesn’t bother me for the whole .5 secs I use it during a trip, maybe if you need to use it more constantly but I personally don’t even notice it. I do find myself reaching for the column once in a while but I’m sure that will change the longer I own the truckI prefer the column or console. I just don't like twist knobs - harder on arthritic fingers. Gazing away isn't really an issue - you don't put the vehicle into or out of gear while moving.
The whole console shift lever thing got going with Audi's Tiptronic e-shifting in the 90's. Others started copying it, and pretty soon it was in all sorts of vehicles that took up needed space.
I guess column shifters are too practical for the current crop of drivers?