I applaud your optimism, but my prediction is more along the lines of constant introduction of new features via online software update, affecting not only the i

I applaud your optimism, but my prediction is more along the lines of constant introduction of new features via online software update, affecting not only the infotainment (I hate that word) system but also the car's basic functionality, lots of bugs and security vulnerabilities, leading to cars that may be simpler mechanically but are more unreliable than ever. And yes, you'll have to buy it and rent it, or it won't even roll out of the driveway.