Features-as-a-Service: Which 2026 Subscriptions Are Worth It (and Which Are Scams?)
Features-as-a-Service is no longer a fringe experiment. BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi have fully normalized subscriptions for hardware already built into your car.
Why Cars Are Losing Steering Feel (And Why It’s Hard to Fix)
Steering feel is one of the most frequently cited qualities that drivers say modern cars lack.
How Gear Ratios Matter More Than Horsepower in Real-World Driving
Horsepower figures dominate spec sheets, marketing material, and online debates, yet they often fail to explain how a car actually feels in everyday driving.
Why Engine Sound Is Engineered in Modern Cars
Engine sound was once an organic byproduct of mechanical operation. Intake roar, exhaust resonance, valvetrain noise, and vibration all combined to create a vehicle’s auditory character.
The Hidden Cost of Chasing Higher Safety Ratings
Safety ratings have become one of the most powerful selling tools in the automotive industry. Five-star scores are prominently displayed in marketing materials, showroom placards, and advertising campaigns.
Why Today’s Cars Are Heavier but Often Feel More Fragile
Modern vehicles are significantly heavier than their predecessors, yet many drivers report that they feel less solid, more delicate, or easier to damage in everyday use.
How Software Is Quietly Limiting Performance in Modern Vehicles
Modern vehicles are more powerful, more efficient, and more capable than ever, yet many drivers and enthusiasts sense that something is constrained.
Why Modern Cars Feel Faster Than Older Cars With More Horsepower
It is a common experience for drivers to step into a modern car with modest horsepower figures and feel that it accelerates more decisively than an older vehicle with significantly more power on paper.
Why Some Automakers Are Bringing Back Physical Buttons
After years of aggressive digitization, many automakers are reintroducing physical buttons, knobs, and switches into vehicle interiors.
