The phrase "wheel paddles" usually refers to the paddles or controls behind the steering wheel of a car. These paddles are used to manually shift gears in vehicles with automatic transmissions. Full definition
This one has the 6 - speed manual transmission, but you can also get a dual - clutch 6 - speed automatic with steering wheel paddle shifters. (carprousa.com)
However, we really enjoyed the steering wheel paddle shifting for when in the sport driving mode. (fourwheeler.com)
It is paired to a 7 - speed automatic transmission and features steering wheel paddle controls. (bestride.com)