The Most Depressing Automotive Conversation Ever

[LeonOfTheDead]

Maybe the fact that the SLS looses speed when you take your foot of the gas was a disapointment for him.

So does the Prius.
Besides, the Volt will have two levels of recharging/braking when you don't press the throttle.

[f6fhellcat13]

True (I have done it). But it is far more difficult.

Sadly, myself as well. It's like that saying that when foolproofing something, don't underestimate the intelligence of the common fool.

I was playing devil's advocate, though, I agree that a manual usually makes a safer driver.

[LeonOfTheDead]

Sadly, myself as well. It's like that saying that when foolproofing something, don't underestimate the intelligence of the common fool.

I was playing devil's advocate, though, I agree that a manual usually makes a busier-and-maybe-more-interested-in-what-he-is-doing driver.

Fixed. Or at least that's how it works over here. Having a manual gearbox is so common fools get used to it.

[wwgkd]

True (I have done it). But it is far more difficult.

And therefore more dangerous when it is done. So drive autos for safety.

The problem we have here a lot (especially in or near large cities), is that there's a mix of hyper-aggressive drivers and super-complacent/distracted drivers. Except for (most) truckers just about everyone seems to be doing it these days. Drives me crazy, I totally get where people with road rage are coming from.