For decades, car interiors followed a language so familiar that drivers barely even thought about it. Whether it was a manual gearbox with its simple sequence of numbered gears or an automatic shifter marked P, R, N, and D, the layout stayed almost identical across brands and generations. Driving became second nature—muscle memory rather than decision-making.
So when modern enthusiasts started noticing a strange “E” on certain vintage gear selectors, confusion quickly spread online.
At first glance, the letter looks out of place—almost like a manufacturing error or an unexplained extra function hidden in plain sight. But the truth behind it is far more interesting, and it reveals a forgotten chapter in automotive engineering.
That mysterious “E” stands for…..Keep reading…