Automotive is actually quite reliable and military spec parts are often automotive rated parts that have additional testing and/or slightly different packaging.

Automotive is actually quite reliable and military spec parts are often automotive rated parts that have additional testing and/or slightly different packaging. The military has been using automotive grade parts to reduce costs where possible. https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/LandAndMaritime/V/VA/PSMC/Spring%2017/LM_Automotive%20Electronic%20Parts%20for%20Military%20Applications_Spring%202017%20PSMC170526.pdf https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/LandAndMaritime/V/...