As readers report, car keys are not recognized, assistance systems react incorrectly or fail, emergency braking is initiated without an emergency, the app and the car show different mileage, the traffic sign recognition detects signs that are not there, the entertainment system sometimes fails completely .

I’ve had the same experience trying to get service from Tesla: nothing.

This seems like what you get when you apply tremendous pressure to your workforce based on a few simplistic metrics above all else. Like, “we’re measuring you on how many cars leave the factory above all else.”

This is a really good writeup of how these things should be done, thank you!

THIS!

I usually think the short version is, “yes, you should contribute to your 401(k)“ for most people. But you make some really good points, like that removing matching is essentially a pay cut.

That we know of.

Well said.

Cool! And, I’m glad yours is treating you well. I haven’t been so lucky. Though it’s potentially a great car.

Exactly!

Yeah, Tesla is a really interesting case. I bought a Model 3, and oh boy, it’s a whole different kettle of fish, good and bad.

You’re right. Maybe throw in a little black plastic cladding, too.

“Our enthusiasm is well under control,” begins the opening prayer at the Church of CFOs.

WHY don’t more people see this? If you downsize a unibody SUV enough, how is that different from a tall expensive hatchback?

You’re on to something. Ford has a perplexing habit of introducing something really promising and competitive (like the Fusion redesign in 2013) only to let it sit on the market without serious investment for years in a fiercely competitive market. Then they wonder at the need for incentives and…

Me, looking at Clown Shoe: “Durr, that sure looks goofy. What was BMW thinking?”

This. The Fusion, like many of Ford’s cars, was left to linger with only minor revisions for years. They neglect promising models, and then act surprised when they lose share. It’s maddening. 

This comment is wonderful. Have a star.

I cannot tell you how much I appreciated this comment.

It’s really surprising, in 2019, to have the automatic wipers on your new car freak out.