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All valid points. The problem with modern cars is that it's going in the same direction as most technology, that you can't do much with it yourself in terms of
by spurgu 3y ago
All valid points. The problem with modern cars is that it's going in the same direction as most technology, that you can't do much with it yourself in terms of modifications or repairs. There are solutions like that with laptops (eg. Framework) but I'm not sure there will be similar initiatives with cars. Most people don't want to fix their own cars (or laptops for that matter!) so it's difficult to get market forces to work towards it. But a small number of people will always appreciate simpler technology even if it comes with downsides in terms of less safety or comfort, due to the increased self-reliance it provides.
- rainsford 3y ago> Most people don't want to fix their own cars (or laptops for that matter!) so it's difficult to get market forces to work towards it. I think that's the big problem, it's not a major consideration for most people. I would imagine that there would be some motivation in terms of a more easily repairable car also being cheaper to have someone else repair even if you don't want to do it yourself, but I'm not sure if that makes a difference in reality. Like I have zero interest in fixing my own car beyond simple stuff, but if a more open car saved me a lot of money at the mechanic, I could see the benefit.