On a dual clutch transmission, if second is being engaged while first is being precisely released, all is well, but wear or
erratic driver input might be a real problem without computer control to always keep the time, where 2 «gears» are engaged, very short.
Manufacturers had developed electronic cruise control systems by this time, and these makers promoted the benefits of the system as it delivered constant throttle
inputs, rather than the
erratic flexing of the
driver's right foot for improved fuel economy.