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gated shifter

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A gated shifter is a gear stick that has a little door or notch so you can shift gears more easily and safely.

Technical Definition

A gated shifter is a manual gearbox lever that includes a gate or notch to help the driver select gears more accurately and prevent accidental shifts.

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