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Although modern tech is nice, I don't like the "planned obsolescence" that seems to be built into it. Do you really need a small computer to run the AC or wind up the windows and running everything via Can Bus so when a module fails you can't simply swap it out without needing to link it to the system using software controlled by the manufacturer.
HUD is something I like the idea off (not taking your eyes off the road but then most people seem to be busy focusing on their phones anyway) but again, it's not something that should stop a car and it is something that can be added as a feature later if one chooses.
To answer the OP's question, hell yes car tech has advanced, I think the question you are really asking is has car tech improved cars practically for the end user/owner and that is much more debatable. You also need to ask yourself, what does the average car owner want? Most people who visit forums like this are what would be considered an enthusiast who is more into self maintenance and upgrades where as your average motorist only cares it gets them from point A to point B.
HUD is something I like the idea off (not taking your eyes off the road but then most people seem to be busy focusing on their phones anyway) but again, it's not something that should stop a car and it is something that can be added as a feature later if one chooses.
To answer the OP's question, hell yes car tech has advanced, I think the question you are really asking is has car tech improved cars practically for the end user/owner and that is much more debatable. You also need to ask yourself, what does the average car owner want? Most people who visit forums like this are what would be considered an enthusiast who is more into self maintenance and upgrades where as your average motorist only cares it gets them from point A to point B.