Technology Features Desired By Mature Drivers
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These should just about cover it:
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
Originally Posted By: Shannow
You know those golf balls that you put on your aerial to find your car in a crowded carpark ?
Every car should have one of them...
That is ironic on several levels!
You know those golf balls that you put on your aerial to find your car in a crowded carpark ?
Every car should have one of them...
That is ironic on several levels!
Originally Posted By: MCompact
These should just about cover it:
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
LMAO +1
These should just about cover it:
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
LMAO +1
Originally Posted By: Astro14
Originally Posted By: Chris142
Ill be 45 in 2 months.Imo that's just more stuff to go wrong.I like basic cars
Plus, you're still young...frankly...not a mature driver...not yet...
But I'm almost 19 years his senior and don't want most of that [censored] either...
[censored] I'm gettin' senile can't even add, should have said I'm almost 22 years his senior... Maybe there's technology for that??? So if I can't answer what engine displacement, trans and gear ratio is in the vehicle, I shouldn't be allowed to drive???
Originally Posted By: Chris142
Ill be 45 in 2 months.Imo that's just more stuff to go wrong.I like basic cars
Plus, you're still young...frankly...not a mature driver...not yet...
But I'm almost 19 years his senior and don't want most of that [censored] either...
[censored] I'm gettin' senile can't even add, should have said I'm almost 22 years his senior... Maybe there's technology for that??? So if I can't answer what engine displacement, trans and gear ratio is in the vehicle, I shouldn't be allowed to drive???
Originally Posted By: MCompact
These should just about cover it:
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
You forgot:
5. Brake lights that self test themselves every minute, even when accelerating
6. High beams on during the rain, because the auto light sensor thinks it's time, and the geezer parked the car with the switch on high when they got home the previous evening.
7: Windscreen wipers pointed vertically when off, often seen on Grand Marquissses, to give the driver something to line up his mole vision eyesight with. Replaces the hood ornament.
8. Power steering pumps that whine at full lock, to let the driver know it's okay to pull out of a parallel parking space into the path of a bicyclist.
9. Central license plate gas filler, so no matter which way they pull into the pumps, it's the wrong way, and they can do an eleventy-point turn to get set up right. See #8.
10. Bumper sticker for the "other" presidential candidate three elections ago, so we know that the transmission fluid leak is the fault of the economy as a whole.
These should just about cover it:
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
You forgot:
5. Brake lights that self test themselves every minute, even when accelerating
6. High beams on during the rain, because the auto light sensor thinks it's time, and the geezer parked the car with the switch on high when they got home the previous evening.
7: Windscreen wipers pointed vertically when off, often seen on Grand Marquissses, to give the driver something to line up his mole vision eyesight with. Replaces the hood ornament.
8. Power steering pumps that whine at full lock, to let the driver know it's okay to pull out of a parallel parking space into the path of a bicyclist.
9. Central license plate gas filler, so no matter which way they pull into the pumps, it's the wrong way, and they can do an eleventy-point turn to get set up right. See #8.
10. Bumper sticker for the "other" presidential candidate three elections ago, so we know that the transmission fluid leak is the fault of the economy as a whole.
I've been able to use the stability control thing when reacting to other drivers' mistakes,I have convex mirrors for blind spots, and actually turn my head to look when I back out.
The rest is for non-driver-types.
The rest is for non-driver-types.
Originally Posted By: eljefino
You forgot:
5. Brake lights that self test themselves every minute, even when accelerating
6. High beams on during the rain, because the auto light sensor thinks it's time, and the geezer parked the car with the switch on high when they got home the previous evening.
7: Windscreen wipers pointed vertically when off, often seen on Grand Marquissses, to give the driver something to line up his mole vision eyesight with. Replaces the hood ornament.
8. Power steering pumps that whine at full lock, to let the driver know it's okay to pull out of a parallel parking space into the path of a bicyclist.
9. Central license plate gas filler, so no matter which way they pull into the pumps, it's the wrong way, and they can do an eleventy-point turn to get set up right. See #8.
10. Bumper sticker for the "other" presidential candidate three elections ago, so we know that the transmission fluid leak is the fault of the economy as a whole.
Yes- those are definitely needed as well!!!
You forgot:
5. Brake lights that self test themselves every minute, even when accelerating
6. High beams on during the rain, because the auto light sensor thinks it's time, and the geezer parked the car with the switch on high when they got home the previous evening.
7: Windscreen wipers pointed vertically when off, often seen on Grand Marquissses, to give the driver something to line up his mole vision eyesight with. Replaces the hood ornament.
8. Power steering pumps that whine at full lock, to let the driver know it's okay to pull out of a parallel parking space into the path of a bicyclist.
9. Central license plate gas filler, so no matter which way they pull into the pumps, it's the wrong way, and they can do an eleventy-point turn to get set up right. See #8.
10. Bumper sticker for the "other" presidential candidate three elections ago, so we know that the transmission fluid leak is the fault of the economy as a whole.
Yes- those are definitely needed as well!!!
and don't forget: driving through store-fronts and somehow, astonishingly, no one is hurt.
Originally Posted By: eljefino
Originally Posted By: MCompact
These should just about cover it:
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
You forgot:
5. Brake lights that self test themselves every minute, even when accelerating
6. High beams on during the rain, because the auto light sensor thinks it's time, and the geezer parked the car with the switch on high when they got home the previous evening.
7: Windscreen wipers pointed vertically when off, often seen on Grand Marquissses, to give the driver something to line up his mole vision eyesight with. Replaces the hood ornament.
8. Power steering pumps that whine at full lock, to let the driver know it's okay to pull out of a parallel parking space into the path of a bicyclist.
9. Central license plate gas filler, so no matter which way they pull into the pumps, it's the wrong way, and they can do an eleventy-point turn to get set up right. See #8.
10. Bumper sticker for the "other" presidential candidate three elections ago, so we know that the transmission fluid leak is the fault of the economy as a whole.
Originally Posted By: eljefino
Originally Posted By: MCompact
These should just about cover it:
1. Permanently activated left turn signal
2. Cruise control that detects the posted speed limit and maintains a speed of at least 15 mph less-in the left lane, if at all possible.
3. Stability control system that ensures that all corners are taken at no more than 50% of the posted advisory speed while keeping the brakes applied throughout the entire turn.
4. Drive by wire throttle/brakes that stop the car on every entrance ramp to a limited access highway, then accelerate at @.00001G in order to merge onto said highway at 40 mph below the speed limit.
You forgot:
5. Brake lights that self test themselves every minute, even when accelerating
6. High beams on during the rain, because the auto light sensor thinks it's time, and the geezer parked the car with the switch on high when they got home the previous evening.
7: Windscreen wipers pointed vertically when off, often seen on Grand Marquissses, to give the driver something to line up his mole vision eyesight with. Replaces the hood ornament.
8. Power steering pumps that whine at full lock, to let the driver know it's okay to pull out of a parallel parking space into the path of a bicyclist.
9. Central license plate gas filler, so no matter which way they pull into the pumps, it's the wrong way, and they can do an eleventy-point turn to get set up right. See #8.
10. Bumper sticker for the "other" presidential candidate three elections ago, so we know that the transmission fluid leak is the fault of the economy as a whole.
I wish the NHTSA would ban LED taillights. Yes I know they're brighter and cut thru fog like a beacon from a lighthouse, but did they forget about the part where some other poor driver has to follow along behind their car? They leave spots and streaks on my eyes and temporarily degrade my vision. A poor development and annoying to say the least.
Incandescents for everyone.
Incandescents for everyone.
Originally Posted By: CentAmDL650
I wish the NHTSA would ban LED taillights. Yes I know they're brighter and cut thru fog like a beacon from a lighthouse, but did they forget about the part where some other poor driver has to follow along behind their car? They leave spots and streaks on my eyes and temporarily degrade my vision. A poor development and annoying to say the least.
Incandescents for everyone.
LED brake lights come on 1/10 second faster, as incandescents need to warm up their filaments. This must prevent a portion of rear ending accidents.
However, the styling, lensing, and reflector shapes seems to make them as dazzling as possible. I suppose they could do LED brake and incandescent tail-- the prius uses incandescent turn signals.
I wish the NHTSA would ban LED taillights. Yes I know they're brighter and cut thru fog like a beacon from a lighthouse, but did they forget about the part where some other poor driver has to follow along behind their car? They leave spots and streaks on my eyes and temporarily degrade my vision. A poor development and annoying to say the least.
Incandescents for everyone.
LED brake lights come on 1/10 second faster, as incandescents need to warm up their filaments. This must prevent a portion of rear ending accidents.
However, the styling, lensing, and reflector shapes seems to make them as dazzling as possible. I suppose they could do LED brake and incandescent tail-- the prius uses incandescent turn signals.
I want a car as simple as possible, except I do want A/C, an automatic transmission and rear defoggers.
Essential features: A/C and cruise control.
Originally Posted By: eljefino
LED brake lights come on 1/10 second faster, as incandescents need to warm up their filaments. This must prevent a portion of rear ending accidents.
What would prevent the vast majority of rear end accidents is if folks would not follow so close that they can read the part number off the rear bumper of the vehicle in front of them. And combined with that, pay attention to what they are doing. Whether the light comes on 1/10th faster will do nothing if the front vehicle locks up the brakes for something in front of them and the tailgater behind them eats their rear bumper. Folks just do not give much thought to actual stopping distances, especially depending on the tires they have and the road conditions. No light is going to fix stupid.
LED brake lights come on 1/10 second faster, as incandescents need to warm up their filaments. This must prevent a portion of rear ending accidents.
What would prevent the vast majority of rear end accidents is if folks would not follow so close that they can read the part number off the rear bumper of the vehicle in front of them. And combined with that, pay attention to what they are doing. Whether the light comes on 1/10th faster will do nothing if the front vehicle locks up the brakes for something in front of them and the tailgater behind them eats their rear bumper. Folks just do not give much thought to actual stopping distances, especially depending on the tires they have and the road conditions. No light is going to fix stupid.
My Club Sport and MS3 are both equipped with my "mandatory options"- three pedals, limited-slip diffs, and sport seats.
I'm 56 and just yesterday had a 535xi for a loaner. Lots of power and room coupled with dull steering, a decent automatic, and a cushy ride. I might want a car like that someday.
By "someday" I mean at least another 25 years...
I'm 56 and just yesterday had a 535xi for a loaner. Lots of power and room coupled with dull steering, a decent automatic, and a cushy ride. I might want a car like that someday.
By "someday" I mean at least another 25 years...
Originally Posted By: 01rangerxl
Anyone who needs that much junk just to get down the road should probably have their license revoked anyway.
Amen to that, brother.
Originally Posted By: Shannow
You know those golf balls that you put on your aerial to find your car in a crowded carpark ?
Every car should have one of them...
Anyone who needs that much junk just to get down the road should probably have their license revoked anyway.
Amen to that, brother.
Originally Posted By: Shannow
You know those golf balls that you put on your aerial to find your car in a crowded carpark ?
Every car should have one of them...
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Originally Posted By: lovcom
I think ALL cars should analyze the air inside the car, for alcohol levels. A sensor in the HVAC. If the levels are too high, the car can still be driven, but signal is sent to law enforcement as a POSSIBLE problem driver.
Go back to 1940s Germany.
I think ALL cars should analyze the air inside the car, for alcohol levels. A sensor in the HVAC. If the levels are too high, the car can still be driven, but signal is sent to law enforcement as a POSSIBLE problem driver.
Go back to 1940s Germany.
I'm 65 now and I don't want any of that stuff.
I prefer a manual transmission, good handling and braking, comfortable seats, decent visibility and a heater and air conditioner that work. [Sounds like my '86 Volvo.] The rest of it is just something to go wrong.
PS The Volvo lasted 18 1/2 years.
Ecotourist
I prefer a manual transmission, good handling and braking, comfortable seats, decent visibility and a heater and air conditioner that work. [Sounds like my '86 Volvo.] The rest of it is just something to go wrong.
PS The Volvo lasted 18 1/2 years.
Ecotourist
Originally Posted By: L_Sludger
Originally Posted By: lovcom
I think ALL cars should analyze the air inside the car, for alcohol levels. A sensor in the HVAC. If the levels are too high, the car can still be driven, but signal is sent to law enforcement as a POSSIBLE problem driver.
Go back to 1940s Germany.
Seriously.
Originally Posted By: lovcom
I think ALL cars should analyze the air inside the car, for alcohol levels. A sensor in the HVAC. If the levels are too high, the car can still be driven, but signal is sent to law enforcement as a POSSIBLE problem driver.
Go back to 1940s Germany.
Seriously.
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