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6 Most Hated Car Features Revealed: What Drivers Really Don’t Want in Their Cars!

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Rapidly Changing Automotive Trends
What are the top 6 useless vehicle features?

Many drivers do not fully use their vehicles’ myriad options and basic functions, particularly in newer models loaded with advanced technology. While some features are undeniably beneficial, numerous additions appear to be installed without the consumer’s input.

These unnecessary features can create an unwelcome atmosphere, with some being labeled as the “main culprits” behind escalating car prices. Beyond their lack of utility, certain elements can actually impede safe driving. To shed light on this issue, we examined the worst trends and vehicle options highlighted by netizens across various online communities.

Volvo EX30 Interior
HiPhi Z Tail Lamp Custom Pattern / Top Gear

Disappeared dashboard
Unnecessary lighting shows off

1. Disappeared Dashboard

Modern cars are increasingly integrating displays into their interiors, leading to frustrations regarding the usability of air conditioning and audio controls. The Tesla Model 3 and Volvo EX30 exemplify this trend, where the absence of traditional dashboard displays forces drivers to look away from the road to check vital information, creating safety concerns.

2. Unnecessary Lighting Show-Off

LED headlights have revolutionized automotive lighting, offering functions like glare prevention. However, some manufacturers, like the Chinese electric vehicle HiPhi Z, have taken this too far by incorporating customizable light patterns that serve more as a spectacle than a necessity. This feature not only increases vehicle costs but also complicates repairs if damaged.

Genesis G80 Sport with 20-inch wheels / Naver Namcha Cafe ‘ Seoul IIFLETA (South Korean online community)
Hyundai Ioniq 5 long-range AWD

Unnecessarily large wheels
Excessive performance level

3. Unnecessarily Large Wheels

Large wheels are often marketed as a design enhancement but can harm fuel efficiency and ride comfort. The trend of oversized wheels often leads to higher replacement costs and can negatively impact the driving experience, all while serving as a strategy for automakers to boost profits.

4. Excessive Performance Levels

With the rise of electric vehicles, automakers are pushing performance limits beyond what most drivers need. For instance, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 offers a staggering 325 horsepower, which is excessive for typical family driving. Such performance can also be hazardous, as many drivers may not know how to handle such power in everyday situations.

BMW i7 Iconic Glow
Interior camera of Mercedes-Benz E-Class

A design that makes us miss the past

A useless indoor camera

5. Designs that Make Us Miss the Past

Automakers try to stand out with bold designs, but some have resulted in odd aesthetics reminiscent of overdone cosmetic surgery. The prime examples are BMW’s vertical kidney grille and Mercedes-Benz’s controversial emblem placements. These designs often fail to age well and can quickly become tiresome.

6. Useless Indoor Cameras

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class features an interior camera for social media and video conferencing. However, this capability is impractical while driving and considered unnecessary when parked, given that these functions can easily be performed with a smartphone. Moreover, privacy and data collection concerns have arisen, as the camera system can track sensitive user information.

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