Thin End Of The Wedge?

[Brendan]

But seriously this world is getting equally stupid as it is 'progressive'

Who in the hell would want a (very expensive) car that you have to start with a mobile phone?

Who in the hell needs to play games that bad, on a screen inches away from the driver's face?

This world shits me on a daily basis.

Good thing I can't afford a Tesla...

 

[Andriko]

But seriously this world is getting equally stupid as it is 'progressive'

Who in the hell would want a (very expensive) car that you have to start with a mobile phone?

Who in the hell needs to play games that bad, on a screen inches away from the driver's face?

This world shits me on a daily basis.

Good thing I can't afford a Tesla...

It's frustrating with the phone thing as I want to get rid of mine, but now it seems everything requires some kind of 'app'.

'This world shits on me on a daily basis.' - I am stealing for my future rants against modernity.

 

[gamzultovah]

This is why my dream car is a '67 VW bug.

I used to own a ‘64 Beetleboards of America, Kool VW.

My uncle passed it down to me and I gave it to my cousin, who still owns it. That car has been in our family for over 45 year’s. (Vehicle in picture not the actual VW.)

 

[FurCoat]

I still have a 1971 Chevy Nova 327 3SP, 1986 Porsche 911, 1988 Porsche 928S and a 1987 Nissan D21 pick up.
No gizmos to distract, no inspections, easy maintenance and a hell of a lot of fun to drive and if I need to go on a trip, I know how to read a map. No need for GPS.

 

[kcghost]

I hope you guys realize you're openly bragging about being true Luddites.

 

[mikefu]

Hey, I resent the Luddite moniker. Until recently I happily drove a 1986 Volvo 240, and now drive a 03’ Subaru. I also have a 2016 suburban, but would really like to trade it for a mid 80’s Toyota Land Cruiser Wagon. Or an old pre 1990 F150. Old cars are great in that you don’t have to tap into the matrix in order to work on them.

 

[telescopes]

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Wow... This is a first.

 

[Jaylotw]

I've got a 2004 4runner. 260,000 miles. There are many things broken, but at least I don't need a cellphone and an app to get it running. I need a key. And sometimes maybe a gentle pat and a "you can do it, old girl...".

I recognize that EVs are what's coming, no matter how we might gripe. Tesla sucks, Elon can fuck off directly into the sun for a variety of reasons. One day, I'll own an electric vehicle because that'll be all I can buy, and I'm fine with that. As long as I don't need to pay Verizon for the privilege of starting my vehicle.

We're in the "tween times.". EVs aren't yet utilitarian, they're still flashy and full of touch screen garbage. I want an EV with roll up windows, please.

 

[magicpiper]

I have a ‘65 Mustang I bought when I was
17. I never leave home without at least two spare starter solenoids in my tool bag. Still more fun to drive than my everyday wheels.

 

[mawnansmiff]

"We're in the "tween times.". EVs aren't yet utilitarian, they're still flashy and full of touch screen garbage. I want an EV with roll up windows, please."

Jaylotw has nailed it!

I'm all for progress but a line has to be drawn. We cannot and should not be told what we are to buy, we need practical choices that suit us as individuals, not some 'off the peg' car that has features that nobody actually want let alone need.

My first car with electric windows was a Nissan Sunny LX. That was great until they stopped working and would have cost over £200 to fix (which I declined)......not good.

Also I've noticed that most modern cars look so alike that it's difficult to tell one from another without close scrutiny and a glimpse of the badge.

Regards,

Jay.

 

[Casual]

I'm all for progress but a line has to be drawn. We cannot and should not be told what we are to buy

At one time technology was made to aid men. But that is not where the logic stops. We are now in the territory where men are made to aid technology.

<<Laughs in Jacques Ellul.>>

 

[Sweet Home Alabama]

I can see an electric scooter in my future.
All Terrain Outstorm Maxx Scooter Review | Off Road Electric Scooter | Electric Scooters | - YouTube

 

[Rockyrepose]

I had a circa 2000 Grand Cherokee. Lemme guess? You’ve replaced multiple window motors and presently, one of your rear tail lights is out?

I did replace the drivers side brake bulb in my 2000 Tundra in the parking lot of the O'Reilly Auto Parts store yesterday. It took me about 3 minutes. That's it other than brakes, batteries, blades and tires. I'm self conscious unlocking the door with the key thinking people are wondering what I'm doing.

 

[Chasing Embers]

I hope you guys realize you're openly bragging about being true Luddites.

With all of the recalls, better luddite than owning a blazing pile of electronic garbage in the middle of nowhere, and smoking tobacco out of a pipe doesn't scream progressive.

 

[kcghost]

Tell me this the time you use a modern device.

 

[jpmcwjr]

Wow... This is a first.

Don't believe everything you read here!

 

[smokiespipesmoker123]

I hope you guys realize you're openly bragging about being true Luddites.

There is nothing wrong with being a Luddite! I resemble that remark!

 

[cshubhra]

A car that can be controlled by a phone is very convenient- I no longer get into a uncomfortably hot car in summer or a uncomfortably freezing car in the winter - I just turn the AC/Heater on from the phone. Sometimes from over half a mile away.
We visited an open air mall to see Christmas lights and parked half a mile away. When we started to leave we turned the heater on, and by the time we walked to the the car, it was at a nice 70 degree

 

[jpmcwjr]

But seriously this world is getting equally stupid as it is 'progressive'

Who in the hell would want a (very expensive) car that you have to start with a mobile phone? << Snipped bits out >>

I don't know of any that are limited to starting with a phone. It is a nice addition, however, just an option that can be very useful at times, such as when you have an immediate errand and don't have the key on you.

 

[jaytex1969]

If technological advancement were left to me, we'd all still be hitting mollusks with rocks on the beach...