A Small Letter With a Big Story
What I love most about the old “E” gear is that it represents a forgotten chapter in automotive history.
It reminds us that every generation of cars reflects the concerns of its time. In the 1970s and 80s, fuel efficiency became a major priority, and engineers responded with creative solutions long before modern computers took over.
That tiny “E” on an old gear selector may seem insignificant today, but it was once considered smart technology.
And now, decades later, a whole new generation is rediscovering it with curiosity and surprise.
So the next time you see an old car with a mysterious “E” on the dashboard, you’ll know exactly what it means.
Not electric.
Not emergency.
Just Economy — a small mechanical attempt to save a little gas, one gear shift at a time.
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