Lane watch seems unnecessary with properly adjusted mirrors and shoulder checks. The rear-cross traffic stuff is good stuff. Some cars also have front cross-traffic. Both are terrific in cities with … (View Post)

Luxury car manufacturers often do this. Charging a lot extra for features that come standard or at reasonable costs on everyday cars like the the Mazda3. The premium brands often charge extra for bac… (View Post)

Depends on if the dealer will give out a loaner. If loaner, I'd drop it off right away. (View Post)

Isn't the 9-speed packaged in a way that requires two dog clutches? The shifts between 4-5 and 7-8 require that the engine reduce torque until the dog stuff can align. (View Post)

Having a car automatically drive up to a charger and charge could resolve some of these issues. Go to work and park and the car schedules itself to charge while you don't need it. (View Post)