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Why do manual transmission cars get better MPG?

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I'd like to know why do manual transmission cars get better MPG (miles per gallon)? It seems like with all the modern technology we have, automatic transmission cars would work as well as manual. And I know that I'd like to reduce CO2 emissions & all that, but, I can't drive a stick shift. Any ideas? Or do I just need to learn to drive manual, if I want to be more environmentally friendly?