Here’s Why New Cars Can't Last 5 Years | What Went Wrong?

"You will own nothing and be happy."

We have allowed ourselves to live in a disposable world.

The idea of plastic valve covers and oil pans is really distressing.

Fuel efficient does not necessarily mean better economy. You are getting a price break on gas but much bigger expenses down the road.

Cars are now built to last the warranty period. GREAT

Built like crap, cost a fortune . I will never buy new

40 year auto mechanic here. as far as i'm concerned anything after about 08 is garbage even by 2010 this electronic creep was occuring. Idealy you want to find something 04 and older in good condition with as low of milage as possible. these older good condition vehicles are worth thier weight in gold. I personaly drive a1994 dodge cumins diesel and as long as i can get parts for it I will keep driving it. my wife drives a 2006 mazda 3 . as retired people we would never be able to afford these new vehicles. I am not a fan of shiney bobbles in my vehicles anyways as I'm not a crow. I'm old enough to understand that the more complex something becomes the more fail point it will have, the less reliable it becomes and the more expensive it is to repair. And yes they are pushining the thining of engine and drivline parts to the limit. Nothing holds together like a cast iron engine with forged connecting rods and forged crank shafts.

Virtually any material can be tested in a a virtual simulation. The manufacturers know exactly how long each part will last and use the cheapest materials possible.

Once the electronics go,it's a done deal.

Guys, I was looking to buy a c300 coupe 2019, but now I'm not sure if I should.