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Top 10 Frustrating Car Trends: Ideal's Insights

Top 10 Frustrating Car Trends: Ideal's Insights
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In this Ideal episode, they delve into the infuriating car trends that are like a bad smell you just can't shake. From automakers locking basic features like heated seats and performance behind monthly paywalls to BMW's about-turn on subscription plans, the car industry seems to be heading in a perplexing direction. But fear not, as some manufacturers are reintroducing physical buttons, a welcome return to a simpler time when you could adjust your AC without navigating through a maze of touchscreen menus. And let's not forget the impending extinction of the manual gearbox, a sad reality that leaves us yearning for the good old days of gear levers and clutch pedals.

The excessive use of plastic cladding on SUVs may have seemed like a good idea at some point, but it's now becoming a nuisance, trapping dirt and fading over time. Under the hood, gone are the days of admiring a beautifully exposed engine bay, replaced by plastic covers that shield the magic happening beneath. Luxury cars sporting oversized grills akin to a hungry whale shark have become a common sight, with many of these imposing front ends serving more as a design statement than a functional cooling system. And let's not forget the absurdity of fake plastic vents and exhausts adorning modern cars, a trend that needs to be shown the door.

Headlights have also undergone a transformation, evolving into complex and costly components that house intricate LED setups and embellishments. The era of low-profile tires may have been ushered in by enthusiasts and street racers, but now even mainstream manufacturers are jumping on the bandwagon, sacrificing comfort for aesthetics. And with the dwindling availability of affordable new cars, the automotive landscape seems to be shifting towards unattainable price points, leaving enthusiasts longing for a budget-friendly option. Lastly, the debate over start-stop systems rages on, with their questionable fuel economy gains and intrusive nature causing frustration among drivers.

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Paid subscription features for cars should end

Features turning back on in cars after being turned off

Concerns about the cost of certain car models

Complaints about trends in car design, such as giant grills and fake exhausts

Disagreement over reimagined gear selectors and headlights

Criticism of blinding headlights and the need for automatic dimming

Concerns about plummeting resale values due to trends

Preference for early to mid-2000s car models over current ones

Call for an end to carbon fiber trim in cars

Discussion on the trend of low profile tires and the need for caution while driving to avoid potholes

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