MBs have the hold feature too, on E-class since maybe 2010. I actually like it a lot, as the distinguished professional traffic "engineers" in this region seem to have a fetish for unsequenced stop lights, and it is also handy on hills. It doesn't engage until the brake pedal is depressed beyond the point needed for a stop, so one really doesn't have an issue with unwanted use. It also disengages with a slight tap of the throttle.
Funny thing, the old fashioned foot operated parking brake was in E-class until 2016. I believe the current model is electric.
OK driver, you taught me something. My Lexus has the electronic automatic parking brake and I am sure it would do the same thing. I can turn it off though. Also could be a last ditch way to stop a "run-a-way", if there is such a thing.
My car also has a "hold feature" that, when activated, will hold your car at things like a stop light, etc. without keeping your foot on the brake. It deactivates when you hit the gas. Makes it very awkward when you are just trying to inch forward though, like positioning your car in the garage, etc. I seldom use it, but I could see where it would be handy with a manual trans.
I feel like many who are graduating college and entering the workforce get a bad reputation. Congrats to you all who have raised successful kids & kids who have successful grandkids. Yesterday my wife and I attended an engagement party for a girl whose family she used to babysit for. The girl, now a woman recently graduated from Duke Law School. Her and her fiancée (also a Duke Law Grad). They’ve enlisted in the US Air Force and are going to get married in August. Her father was murdered on September 11th. Her older sister is seeing someone and living on her own in Boston, and her brothers (twins) are attending Tufts University as undergrads.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
What’s away from Thursday till last night did I miss anything in here
@Marco, same old stuff unless you count the new things @driver100 has found on his car. The latest was him trying to snatch up his newspaper laying in his driveway via an open the door drive-by maneuver. His car screeched to a stop because the door was opened and he was very surprised. Too many options on his Benz for him to grasp. He's the perfect candidate for a wannabe. But I'll tell you right now if he ever gets one I'm trading mine because I wouldn't be exclusive anymore in here. That goes for anyone in here really, especially him. :@
jmonroe
Yeh, I should get a low tech wannabe car so I won't have these problems.
I have found in life....if something has an advantage, it probably has a disadvantage.
I also learned, don't give new technology to an old fossil who doesn't adapt. I did it, I learned, I won't do it again. The dinosaur buys the low tech wannabe car so he won't have to learn.
MBs have the hold feature too, on E-class since maybe 2010. I actually like it a lot, as the distinguished professional traffic "engineers" in this region seem to have a fetish for unsequenced stop lights, and it is also handy on hills. It doesn't engage until the brake pedal is depressed beyond the point needed for a stop, so one really doesn't have an issue with unwanted use. It also disengages with a slight tap of the throttle.
Funny thing, the old fashioned foot operated parking brake was in E-class until 2016. I believe the current model is electric.
OK driver, you taught me something. My Lexus has the electronic automatic parking brake and I am sure it would do the same thing. I can turn it off though. Also could be a last ditch way to stop a "run-a-way", if there is such a thing.
My car also has a "hold feature" that, when activated, will hold your car at things like a stop light, etc. without keeping your foot on the brake. It deactivates when you hit the gas. Makes it very awkward when you are just trying to inch forward though, like positioning your car in the garage, etc. I seldom use it, but I could see where it would be handy with a manual trans.
The old hold feature was a bit of a nuisance.....parking brake always on when stopped. The new way works better.....comes on only when actually needed, so you press hard to activate.
the 2017 E400 has electric braking, the parking brake comes on automatically when you put the car in PARK. That is nice because normally no one uses the parking brake unless possibly parked on a hill. This way the Parking Brake gets used too.
I doubt if the guy in the wannabe car has this feature........way to high tech for him to grasp.
MBs have the hold feature too, on E-class since maybe 2010. I actually like it a lot, as the distinguished professional traffic "engineers" in this region seem to have a fetish for unsequenced stop lights, and it is also handy on hills. It doesn't engage until the brake pedal is depressed beyond the point needed for a stop, so one really doesn't have an issue with unwanted use. It also disengages with a slight tap of the throttle.
Funny thing, the old fashioned foot operated parking brake was in E-class until 2016. I believe the current model is electric.
OK driver, you taught me something. My Lexus has the electronic automatic parking brake and I am sure it would do the same thing. I can turn it off though. Also could be a last ditch way to stop a "run-a-way", if there is such a thing.
My car also has a "hold feature" that, when activated, will hold your car at things like a stop light, etc. without keeping your foot on the brake. It deactivates when you hit the gas. Makes it very awkward when you are just trying to inch forward though, like positioning your car in the garage, etc. I seldom use it, but I could see where it would be handy with a manual trans.
The old hold feature was a bit of a nuisance.....parking brake always on when stopped. The new way works better.....comes on only when actually needed, so you press hard to activate.
the 2017 E400 has electric braking, the parking brake comes on automatically when you put the car in PARK. That is nice because normally no one uses the parking brake unless possibly parked on a hill. This way the Parking Brake gets used too.
I doubt if the guy in the wannabe car has this feature........way to high tech for him to grasp.
From all I've read, Genesis, is light years ahead of Lexus, BMW, and MB is the effectiveness, simplicity, and intuitiveness of their electronics.
And yet, once people buy them they find they aren't quite the same. My friend got one....he now has an S8 as his main car, the Genesis was to be his winter car. Hated it, he was impressed at first with all the extras, got bored of it and got rid of it 6 months later....with a heavy loss.
And yet, once people buy them they find they aren't quite the same. My friend got one....he now has an S8 as his main car, the Genesis was to be his winter car. Hated it, he was impressed at first with all the extras, got bored of it and got rid of it 6 months later....with a heavy loss.
Going into a G80 or G80S, the smart thing to do is lease it. They have great leases but resale values are still a bit skimpy. They have great ratings but leasing is the way to go on that car.
Yeh, I should get a low tech wannabe car so I won't have these problems.
I have found in life....if something has an advantage, it probably has a disadvantage.
I also learned, don't give new technology to an old fossil who doesn't adapt. I did it, I learned, I won't do it again. The dinosaur buys the low tech wannabe car so he won't have to learn.
Don't knock the Hyundai Accent, excellent vehicles! My middle girl still has her 2008 Accent GLS and it's doing great. Only one issue in year four, broken brake light switch, fixed under warranty and I was home within two hours. Since then, only a battery and tires I bought for a gift. The new ones are even better than hers. Yes, bare boned vehicles but for some folks, it's the perfect vehicle. And if I had to buy & drive a new 2018 model, I wouldn't be insulted one bit as they have SiriusXM and back up cameras now. They're no longer penalty boxes by any stretch! I know for me, they are the perfect size and just a shame they discontinued the 5 door version but, I'd happily take a sedan. Will probably test drive one when I go see the Elantra GT in a couple of weeks just to see how one with every option drives. For my next vehicle, thinking "cheap to keep" ain't such a bad idea, and one thing about Korean and Japanese vehicles is that they are, "cheap to keep"!
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
Also, there's a trick to defeating the "open door=park" idiocy on BMWs.
Keep your seat belt fastened & you can open the door in reverse and back up
.
I wouldn't try that. It has nothing to do with the seat belt. It has to do with the car being in motion and the door opening - backwards or forwards!
I’m not telling you to try it. I’m telling you it works. I’ve been doing this since my Dad had an ‘07 X5 with the 1st beer tap shifter. I do it on our Pilot too. The car thinks that since your belt isn’t buckled, that you will fall out of the car since the door is open. Keep your belt buckles and you can open the door to back into your space.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Yeh, I should get a low tech wannabe car so I won't have these problems.
I have found in life....if something has an advantage, it probably has a disadvantage.
I also learned, don't give new technology to an old fossil who doesn't adapt. I did it, I learned, I won't do it again. The dinosaur buys the low tech wannabe car so he won't have to learn.
I see a Hyundai Accent in your future...
That was what my brother had, before I sold it for him. I drove it, I have been in it....I for sure don't have a burning desire to own one.
Don't knock the Hyundai Accent, excellent vehicles! My middle girl still has her 2008 Accent GLS and it's doing great. Only one issue in year four, broken brake light switch, fixed under warranty and I was home within two hours. Since then, only a battery and tires I bought for a gift. The new ones are even better than hers. Yes, bare boned vehicles but for some folks, it's the perfect vehicle. And if I had to buy & drive a new 2018 model, I wouldn't be insulted one bit as they have SiriusXM and back up cameras now. They're no longer penalty boxes by any stretch! I know for me, they are the perfect size and just a shame they discontinued the 5 door version but, I'd happily take a sedan. Will probably test drive one when I go see the Elantra GT in a couple of weeks just to see how one with every option drives. For my next vehicle, thinking "cheap to keep" ain't such a bad idea, and one thing about Korean and Japanese vehicles is that they are, "cheap to keep"!
The Sandman
I agree....they are a great car for the price....just, not for me.
Also, there's a trick to defeating the "open door=park" idiocy on BMWs.
Keep your seat belt fastened & you can open the door in reverse and back up
.
I wouldn't try that. It has nothing to do with the seat belt. It has to do with the car being in motion and the door opening - backwards or forwards!
I’m not telling you to try it. I’m telling you it works. I’ve been doing this since my Dad had an ‘07 X5 with the 1st beer tap shifter. I do it on our Pilot too. The car thinks that since your belt isn’t buckled, that you will fall out of the car since the door is open. Keep your belt buckles and you can open the door to back into your space.
I may be misunderstanding, but, I don't think you can do that in a newer....after 2015 BMW. Whether the seat belt is done up or not, the car will suddenly stop - IF THE DOOR IS OPENED WHILE MOVING.
It is late, I am tired, I played a great game of tennis today, I worked on my brothers Power of Attorney, and did a few other things....so I might be misunderstanding.
Thank you driver 100 and J Monroe for clarifying I’m here but I missed ha ha Ha really appreciate it guys the accent is a good little whore my dad had one report for $1500 back in 2005 was a 99 with. To 100 pounds in miles on it wasn’t perfect but he drove it back and forth to the Bronx for a couple of years without any issues really maintaining it except for changing the oil
Thank you driver 100 and J Monroe for clarifying I’m here but I missed ha ha Ha really appreciate it guys the accent is a good little whore my dad had one report for $1500 back in 2005 was a 99 with. To 100 pounds in miles on it wasn’t perfect but he drove it back and forth to the Bronx for a couple of years without any issues really maintaining it except for changing the oil
Ha really appreciate it guys the accent is a good little whore my dad had one report for $1500 back in 2005 was a 99 with.
I am not sure about your Catara system Marco.....it seems to have a mind of it's own.
Just joking, I know what you meant.....and I agree, I have had a newer rental car Accent and I was amazed at the quality and value, for the price. I'd still rather have the E400, but, the Accent is impressive.
tbirdmarco" Thank you driver 100 and J Monroe for clarifying I’m here but I missed ha ha Ha really appreciate it guys the accent is a good little whore my dad had one report for $1500 back in 2005 was a 99 with. To 100 pounds in miles on it wasn’t perfect but he drove it back and forth to the Bronx for a couple of years without any issues really maintaining it except for changing the oil&
"Ha really appreciate it guys the accent is a good little whore my dad had one report for $1500 back in 2005 was a 99 with."
I am not sure about your Catara system Marco.....it seems to have a mind of it's own.
Just joking, I know what you meant.....and I agree, I have had a newer rental car Accent and I was amazed at the quality and value, for the price. I'd still rather have the E400, but, the Accent is impressive.
Hey driver100, did you miss Florida so much that you arranged a tropical storm to follow you home? Looks like Alberto is headed your way.
It was headed toward Tampa but veered to the left to the panhandle.........some is coming up to Canada....but, mostly rain by then. I like being in Florida in the winter....I think I would want a summer home in Maine though if lived in Florida......or maybe someplace drier.
Re: Accent. Those aren't bad for what they were designed to do.
From what I have seen, they appear to be designed to do 10-15mph below the limit on crowded expressways and make unexpected turns without the use of turn signals. :@
Thank you driver 100 and J Monroe for clarifying I’m here but I missed ha ha Ha really appreciate it guys the accent is a good little whore my dad had one report for $1500 back in 2005 was a 99 with. To 100 pounds in miles on it wasn’t perfect but he drove it back and forth to the Bronx for a couple of years without any issues really maintaining it except for changing the oil
Hey @Marco, as a good poster buddy I feel it's my responsibility to let you know that someone has hacked into your Edmunds account. I know that post above is not from you because you sorta got my name right for the first time. Whoever is doing this is pretty clever because as @driver100 pointed out they threw in a couple sentences to throw us off but we know better than to fall for that.
There is no action required on your part, all you have to do is sit back and let @Shifty and his crew sort this out. They will let you know when it is safe to post again.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
It's bad when the clock in your GPS-linked car is blinking "12:00" all day
And to mike, just think positive, you'll be out of there in no time. A hernia (or hyena, if you are into 80s movies) is nothing compared to what you've beat.
The old hold feature was a bit of a nuisance.....parking brake always on when stopped. The new way works better.....comes on only when actually needed, so you press hard to activate.
the 2017 E400 has electric braking, the parking brake comes on automatically when you put the car in PARK. That is nice because normally no one uses the parking brake unless possibly parked on a hill. This way the Parking Brake gets used too.
I doubt if the guy in the wannabe car has this feature........way to high tech for him to grasp.
Well, they got me in a room - waiting for the surgical consult. Unfortunately, this is the local hospital that I hate - but it’s an emergency so I had no choices.
The CT-SCAN showed a blockage in the upper intestines which could include a hernia or something more serious. They put me on NPO - so nothing to eat or drink until they determine what the cause of.
Well, they got me in a room - waiting for the surgical consult. Unfortunately, this is the local hospital that I hate - but it’s an emergency so I had no choices.
The CT-SCAN showed a blockage in the upper intestines which could include a hernia or something more serious. They put me on NPO - so nothing to eat or drink until they determine what the cause of.
I can’t catch s break.
I just found out last night that I might have to come down to Florida because my Delray Beach widowed SIL is not doing too well and she is in the hospital too. Don't know which one but that ain't important now. If I do have to come down just let me know where you live and where you hide your bottle of Scotch. I know that will help you.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
Re: Accent. Those aren't bad for what they were designed to do.
From what I have seen, they appear to be designed to do 10-15mph below the limit on crowded expressways and make unexpected turns without the use of turn signals. :@
Let's see unexpected turns without the use of turn signals and slower that the speed limit. So what you're saying is that they are designed to be slower BMW's.
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
Well, they got me in a room - waiting for the surgical consult. Unfortunately, this is the local hospital that I hate - but it’s an emergency so I had no choices.
The CT-SCAN showed a blockage in the upper intestines which could include a hernia or something more serious. They put me on NPO - so nothing to eat or drink until they determine what the cause of.
I can’t catch s break.
Best of luck, we are rooting for you.
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
Well, back in the hospital - hernia is their diagnosis. Woke up at 1:00 AM with terrible abdomen pain. Good grief - how I hate hospitals!
A hernia repair procedure is not bad. I had one done in conjunction with an appendectomy some seven years ago. Not too invasive if done lapracospically as mine was. Get well soon my brother. Be Blessed.
Also, there's a trick to defeating the "open door=park" idiocy on BMWs.
Keep your seat belt fastened & you can open the door in reverse and back up
.
I wouldn't try that. It has nothing to do with the seat belt. It has to do with the car being in motion and the door opening - backwards or forwards!
I’m not telling you to try it. I’m telling you it works. I’ve been doing this since my Dad had an ‘07 X5 with the 1st beer tap shifter. I do it on our Pilot too. The car thinks that since your belt isn’t buckled, that you will fall out of the car since the door is open. Keep your belt buckles and you can open the door to back into your space.
I may be misunderstanding, but, I don't think you can do that in a newer....after 2015 BMW. Whether the seat belt is done up or not, the car will suddenly stop - IF THE DOOR IS OPENED WHILE MOVING.
It is late, I am tired, I played a great game of tennis today, I worked on my brothers Power of Attorney, and did a few other things....so I might be misunderstanding.
I actually tried it this morning. Backed out of garage, seat belt on, parking brake on auto, started pulling forward slowly, opened door, car kept moving, did not stop. 2016 Lexus LS 460. Did not try with seat belt unfastened. Might try that tomorrow.
The floors are not hardwood, they are just tile squares. The lease says wallpaper and permanent carpets must be removed. No matter how it is rationalized, it would be risky to leave them there. My brother has become extremely anxious, worrying about a law suit is worse than paying at this point.
Oh, I see. Well, sure, if that's the case, then just strip the stuff out. Just don't go into the bother of refinishing the surfaces underneath.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2014 Audi Q7 TDI, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2013 Ford F250 Lariat D, 1976 Ford F250, 1969 Chevrolet C20, 1969 Ford Econoline 100
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2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Funny thing, the old fashioned foot operated parking brake was in E-class until 2016. I believe the current model is electric.
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
I have found in life....if something has an advantage, it probably has a disadvantage.
I also learned, don't give new technology to an old fossil who doesn't adapt. I did it, I learned, I won't do it again. The dinosaur buys the low tech wannabe car so he won't have to learn.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
I wouldn't try that. It has nothing to do with the seat belt. It has to do with the car being in motion and the door opening - backwards or forwards!
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
the 2017 E400 has electric braking, the parking brake comes on automatically when you put the car in PARK. That is nice because normally no one uses the parking brake unless possibly parked on a hill. This way the Parking Brake gets used too.
I doubt if the guy in the wannabe car has this feature........way to high tech for him to grasp.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
I know for me, they are the perfect size and just a shame they discontinued the 5 door version but, I'd happily take a sedan. Will probably test drive one when I go see the Elantra GT in a couple of weeks just to see how one with every option drives. For my next vehicle, thinking "cheap to keep" ain't such a bad idea, and one thing about Korean and Japanese vehicles is that they are, "cheap to keep"!
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
I may be misunderstanding, but, I don't think you can do that in a newer....after 2015 BMW. Whether the seat belt is done up or not, the car will suddenly stop - IF THE DOOR IS OPENED WHILE MOVING.
It is late, I am tired, I played a great game of tennis today, I worked on my brothers Power of Attorney, and did a few other things....so I might be misunderstanding.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
I am not sure about your Catara system Marco.....it seems to have a mind of it's own.
Just joking, I know what you meant.....and I agree, I have had a newer rental car Accent and I was amazed at the quality and value, for the price. I'd still rather have the E400, but, the Accent is impressive.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
"Ha really appreciate it guys the accent is a good little whore my dad had one report for $1500 back in 2005
was a 99 with."
I am not sure about your Catara system Marco.....it seems to have a mind of it's own.
Just joking, I know what you meant.....and I agree, I have had a newer rental car Accent and I was amazed at the quality and value, for the price. I'd still rather have the E400, but, the Accent is impressive.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Good luck.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
There is no action required on your part, all you have to do is sit back and let @Shifty and his crew sort this out. They will let you know when it is safe to post again.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
And to mike, just think positive, you'll be out of there in no time. A hernia (or hyena, if you are into 80s movies) is nothing compared to what you've beat.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
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Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
The CT-SCAN showed a blockage in the upper intestines which could include a hernia or something more serious. They put me on NPO - so nothing to eat or drink until they determine what the cause of.
I can’t catch s break.
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
I may be misunderstanding, but, I don't think you can do that in a newer....after 2015 BMW. Whether the seat belt is done up or not, the car will suddenly stop - IF THE DOOR IS OPENED WHILE MOVING.
It is late, I am tired, I played a great game of tennis today, I worked on my brothers Power of Attorney, and did a few other things....so I might be misunderstanding.
I actually tried it this morning. Backed out of garage, seat belt on, parking brake on auto, started pulling forward slowly, opened door, car kept moving, did not stop. 2016 Lexus LS 460. Did not try with seat belt unfastened. Might try that tomorrow.
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl