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also: - tons of sensors with limited lifespans - more complicated transmissions with more gears - auto start/stop Pretty much all of these reliability reduc
by dave78 1y ago
also:
- tons of sensors with limited lifespans
- more complicated transmissions with more gears
- auto start/stop
Pretty much all of these reliability reducers are manufacturers trying to eek a little more MPGs by throwing lots of complicated technology at the problem, which introduces a lot more failure points.
Headlights and taillights on my current vehicle are supposedly around $1500 each, mostly due to a bunch of sophisticated sensors being built in.
Back in the 80s headlights were standardized (in the US at least) - you either had rectangular or circular. They were available at every auto parts store. Now they're a special order item from the dealer.
- everdrive 1y agoOh, and new "high" oil and fuild change intervals. They'll get you through warranty, but your car won't make it to 150k or 200k.
- kube-system 1y agoNew synthetic oils are very durable. They actually do last a long time. There are oil tests that confirm this. Also, 10,000+ mile oil changes are not new, and there are tons of used vehicles on the market, running around with long oil change intervals, and high mileage.