The 10 Best And 10 Worst Automotive Technologies

[sieggs1]

How about GM daytime running lights as a worst idea? I get that they're supposed to improve safety, but how many more GMC/Chevy trucks with one burned-out running light must I see before GM figures out how to make them reliable?

 

[tech-wreck]

meh.
we're into the kingdom of diminishing returns with audio systems. how much better does it sound for that extra zero on the pricetag? the standard VW system is good enough for me, although martin garriks owes me a door speaker.

'infotainment'? ... 'distract-o-matic' more like.

driving aids? if you can't keep it between the white lines, or keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front. or if you can't park without cameras and reversing sensors... then you should be on the bus.

relying on technology instead of actually being aware of your surroundings is a step backwards, IMO

and why is everyone suddenly going bonkers over stop/start technology? it's not new, and mostly pointless. i have seen/heard many cars restarting their engines as the traffic lights change to green, and then the driver ruins it by flooring it to the next red light.

driving is a skill, and no amount of technology can replace that skill.

 

[tuanies]

How about GM daytime running lights as a worst idea? I get that they're supposed to improve safety, but how many more GMC/Chevy trucks with one burned-out running light must I see before GM figures out how to make them reliable?

They are mandatory in Canada IIRC. My mom's Suzuki Grand Vitara has it and it just burns through bulbs constantly.

meh.
we're into the kingdom of diminishing returns with audio systems. how much better does it sound for that extra zero on the pricetag? the standard VW system is good enough for me, although martin garriks owes me a door speaker.

'infotainment'? ... 'distract-o-matic' more like.

driving aids? if you can't keep it between the white lines, or keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front. or if you can't park without cameras and reversing sensors... then you should be on the bus.

relying on technology instead of actually being aware of your surroundings is a step backwards, IMO

and why is everyone suddenly going bonkers over stop/start technology? it's not new, and mostly pointless. i have seen/heard many cars restarting their engines as the traffic lights change to green, and then the driver ruins it by flooring it to the next red light.

driving is a skill, and no amount of technology can replace that skill.

Driving has become such a major party of today's society. Its something people are forced into so I'd say a vast majority of people on the road don't care for about driving, hate it, and drive while distracted by other things. I'd rather those people drive with as many aids that prevent them from plowing into me as possible.

 

[Hello man]

meh.
we're into the kingdom of diminishing returns with audio systems. how much better does it sound for that extra zero on the pricetag? the standard VW system is good enough for me, although martin garriks owes me a door speaker.

'infotainment'? ... 'distract-o-matic' more like.

driving aids? if you can't keep it between the white lines, or keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front. or if you can't park without cameras and reversing sensors... then you should be on the bus.

relying on technology instead of actually being aware of your surroundings is a step backwards, IMO

and why is everyone suddenly going bonkers over stop/start technology? it's not new, and mostly pointless. i have seen/heard many cars restarting their engines as the traffic lights change to green, and then the driver ruins it by flooring it to the next red light.

driving is a skill, and no amount of technology can replace that skill.

However, I do like the new self piloting tech that Audi gave us a sneak peek into in Road and Track magazine. With my dad running a company an driving all the time in horrible traffic it makes sense.

 

[tech-wreck]

However, I do like the new self piloting tech that Audi gave us a sneak peek into in Road and Track magazine. With my dad running a company an driving all the time in horrible traffic it makes sense.

NO NO NO! paying attention in horrible traffic makes sense. allowing yourself to be distracted while relying on a computer to keep you out of a tree/pond/oncoming truck is just stupid. because computers never ever go wrong, do they?

it's a bit like the over-confidence/arrogance of 80's volvo drivers, "because my car has crumple zones..."

every car should have a sharp steel spike fitted instead of a driver airbag, that'll ensure 100% concentration.

 

[Hello man]

However, I do like the new self piloting tech that Audi gave us a sneak peek into in Road and Track magazine. With my dad running a company an driving all the time in horrible traffic it makes sense.

NO NO NO! paying attention in horrible traffic makes sense. allowing yourself to be distracted while relying on a computer to keep you out of a tree/pond/oncoming truck is just stupid. because computers never ever go wrong, do they?

it's a bit like the over-confidence/arrogance of 80's volvo drivers, "because my car has crumple zones..."

every car should have a sharp steel spike fitted instead of a driver airbag, that'll ensure 100% concentration.

He drives about 5 hours a day to go 20 miles. He is already distracted managing and texting employees. He is a good driver, but prefers the the middle of nowhere commute, where you can go 20 miles at 170MPH and get there 8 minutes later.

 

[tech-wreck]

if he is texting while driving, he is NOT a good driver, he is a statistic in waiting. please, tell him to stop.

 

[tech-wreck]

make him watch this https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10151201094771607

 

[Agente Silva]

meh.
we're into the kingdom of diminishing returns with audio systems. how much better does it sound for that extra zero on the pricetag? the standard VW system is good enough for me, although martin garriks owes me a door speaker.

'infotainment'? ... 'distract-o-matic' more like.

driving aids? if you can't keep it between the white lines, or keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front. or if you can't park without cameras and reversing sensors... then you should be on the bus.

relying on technology instead of actually being aware of your surroundings is a step backwards, IMO

and why is everyone suddenly going bonkers over stop/start technology? it's not new, and mostly pointless. i have seen/heard many cars restarting their engines as the traffic lights change to green, and then the driver ruins it by flooring it to the next red light.

driving is a skill, and no amount of technology can replace that skill.

Exactly this... you sound like me talking/ranting xD That´s what I keep ranting when driving and looking at people with their all so efficient technologies, flooring it to the next red light! How dement can one be...

That and the "if you cant keep it between the white lines, then take the bus". It would save so much space for us good drivers on the road. Yea yea, I consider myself a good driver (taking for principle that THERE ARE OTHER PEOPLE ON THE ROAD).

 

[Hello man]

make him watch this https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10151201094771607

In car voice control that can work with Siri is the answer. That is how he does it. He used to pilot planes.... he is used to taking and "flying".

 

[tech-wreck]

... it's like you don't understand the concept that it is the conversation (even if you're talking to a machine) that is the distraction. the number of hands on the wheel is irrelevant...
also, i know how air corridors work. your argument is invalid.
oh well. have fun spending the life insurance payout. i can only hope he doesn't take anyone else out with him. RIP, your dad 🙁

 

[wolverine96]

I hate touch systems in cars. Buttons are good! And come on! Mechanical gauges are way better than LCD readouts.

I wonder what will happen when viruses for cars come out. Scary.

 

[Hello man]

I hate touch systems in cars. Buttons are good! And come on! Mechanical gauges are way better than LCD readouts.

I wonder what will happen when viruses for cars come out. Scary.

Your car gets a virus while driving on the freeway...stops suddenly, dumps you out, then drives off to the origination point of the virus, AKA some dudes garage, and he gets my brand new $64,000 car. Shoot. And tech-wreck, you be the CEO of a small company and direct 5 employees on different jobs without a separate job manger, because the company revenue cannot pay off someone who generates no money. That is how it works in the small biliousness world. Find a way around it.

 

[wolverine96]

I hate touch systems in cars. Buttons are good! And come on! Mechanical gauges are way better than LCD readouts.

I wonder what will happen when viruses for cars come out. Scary.

Your car gets a virus while driving on the freeway...stops suddenly, dumps you out, then drives off to the origination point of the virus, AKA some dudes garage, and he gets my brand new $64,000 car. Shoot. And tech-wreck, you be the CEO of a small company and direct 5 employees on different jobs without a separate job manger, because the company revenue cannot pay off someone who generates no money. That is how it works in the small biliousness world. Find a way around it.

I wasn't thinking of some guy saying, "Hey, I'll make a virus to steal cars!" I was more thinking of "Hey, I'll make a virus to crash a lot of cars and kill people!" It's silly to think that right now, but it could happen after cars become computer-driven.

I was simply expressing my opinion.
I won't even respond to your insulting little comments. Insults don't bother me.

 

[Hello man]

I hate touch systems in cars. Buttons are good! And come on! Mechanical gauges are way better than LCD readouts.

I wonder what will happen when viruses for cars come out. Scary.

Your car gets a virus while driving on the freeway...stops suddenly, dumps you out, then drives off to the origination point of the virus, AKA some dudes garage, and he gets my brand new $64,000 car. Shoot. And tech-wreck, you be the CEO of a small company and direct 5 employees on different jobs without a separate job manger, because the company revenue cannot pay off someone who generates no money. That is how it works in the small biliousness world. Find a way around it.

I wasn't thinking of some guy saying, "Hey, I'll make a virus to steal cars!" I was more thinking of "Hey, I'll make a virus to crash a lot of cars and kill people!" It's silly to think that right now, but it could happen after cars become computer-driven.

I was simply expressing my opinion.
I won't even respond to your insulting little comments. Insults don't bother me.

My intent was not to insult you.

 

[wolverine96]

I hate touch systems in cars. Buttons are good! And come on! Mechanical gauges are way better than LCD readouts.

I wonder what will happen when viruses for cars come out. Scary.

Your car gets a virus while driving on the freeway...stops suddenly, dumps you out, then drives off to the origination point of the virus, AKA some dudes garage, and he gets my brand new $64,000 car. Shoot. And tech-wreck, you be the CEO of a small company and direct 5 employees on different jobs without a separate job manger, because the company revenue cannot pay off someone who generates no money. That is how it works in the small biliousness world. Find a way around it.

I wasn't thinking of some guy saying, "Hey, I'll make a virus to steal cars!" I was more thinking of "Hey, I'll make a virus to crash a lot of cars and kill people!" It's silly to think that right now, but it could happen after cars become computer-driven.

I was simply expressing my opinion.
I won't even respond to your insulting little comments. Insults don't bother me.

My intent was not to insult you.

Okay. Just be careful talking online. People cannot hear the tone of your voice, and they may get the wrong idea of what you are saying.

 

[tech-wreck]

I hate touch systems in cars. Buttons are good! And come on! Mechanical gauges are way better than LCD readouts.

I wonder what will happen when viruses for cars come out. Scary.

Your car gets a virus while driving on the freeway...stops suddenly, dumps you out, then drives off to the origination point of the virus, AKA some dudes garage, and he gets my brand new $64,000 car. Shoot. And tech-wreck, you be the CEO of a small company and direct 5 employees on different jobs without a separate job manger, because the company revenue cannot pay off someone who generates no money. That is how it works in the small biliousness world. Find a way around it.

i'm pretty sure that managing a company and employees is less important than NOT DYING OR KILLING ANYONE.

but, hey, everyone has different priorities. money is the only thing that matters to some. have fun being rich and dead.

 

[cypeq]

"Rear Entertainment System"

*chuckles*