BMW Is Giving Up on Heated Seat Subscriptions Because People Hated Them::The blowback worked—but subscriptions for software-based new car features will continue, according to a BMW board member.

  • 👍Maximum Derek👍
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    201 year ago

    Cars peaked in 2004 or 2005, most cars since then seem to be user data collection engines with wheels attached.

    • @Ton
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      1 year ago

      Peak car was 1990-1994, largely mechanical, little electronics and reliable as hell. My Merc from that time is built like a tank and everything is screwed together, not glued.

      • @[email protected]
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        41 year ago

        All good until someone smashes into you and you discover how far safety features have come in three decades!

        • @Ton
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          11 year ago

          Of course, the biggest security feature is sitting in the drivers seat.

          • @[email protected]
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            11 year ago

            Assuming you mean that you yourself are a good driver who doesn’t get into crashes, that’s why I said “until someone smashes into you”, as in the crash that is completely out of your control!

            • @Ton
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              11 year ago

              True, but that you can also largely influence by defensive driving. When I rode 80 tkm a year for 15 years I’ve literally seen everything but was never part of it.

      • 👍Maximum Derek👍
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        21 year ago

        The 1990 Honda Civic may be the most reliable car of all time. Sadly it’s also easily stolen with nothing but a screwdriver, but still!

        • @Ton
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          11 year ago

          Yes, all on board (except for the airbag) in my 1992 Benz.