The automaker\u2019s filing, first uncovered by CarBuzz<\/a>, is for a new shift-by-wire mechanism that can operate like a gated manual or a traditional automatic. It would pair perfectly with the automaker\u2019s simulated gearshifts, which the electric Ioniq 5 N<\/a> has popularized. \u00a0<\/p>\n Hyundai Shift-By-Wire Mechanism<\/p>\n Photo by: Hyundai<\/p>\n The patent (US-12624755-B1) depicts a shifter with multiple gates that has no mechanical connection to a transmission. Under automatic operation, there are Drive, Reverse, and Neutral. What makes the mechanism unique is the addition of a clutch that enables manual mode when pressed, including a “neutral” position when the shifter is between gears.<\/p>\n Hyundai is not the first to think of combining transmissions and shift mechanisms. \u00a0<\/p>\n Koenigsegg\u2019s Light Speed Transmission<\/a> and Engage Shift System are very similar, offering both a nine-speed automatic and a six-speed manual within the same gearbox. Porsche also filed its own patent for a transmission gear selector that can operate in manual or automatic mode<\/a>. \u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n 5 <\/p>\n \n Source: Hyundai <\/p>\n Motor1\u2019s Take: Software and code are quickly replacing the mechanical and physical attributes of the car so many of us love, but if they scratch the same itch and our minds can’t tell the difference, does it matter? If Hyundai’s fake shifter is anything like the fake engine sounds, gearshifts, and vents we already overlook, it won’t matter one bit.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n Source:<\/p>\n United State Patent and Trademark Office via Autoblog<\/a> <\/p>\n \n \t\tWe want your opinion!\n\t<\/p>\n What would you like to see on Motor1.com?<\/p>\n![\"Hyundai](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1779227409_401_16x9-tr.png\")
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