Rented a 2018 Nissan Maxima for the day, my thoughts
07-19-18, 06:51 AM
#31
Lexus Champion
Welcome to the world of electric power steering. 
In exchange for much simpler design, no hydraulic fluid, no leaks, less drag on the engine, better fuel mileage (marginally), and no periodic service or replacements to speak of, the flip side is a major loss of steering feel, particularly with BMWs.
In exchange for much simpler design, no hydraulic fluid, no leaks, less drag on the engine, better fuel mileage (marginally), and no periodic service or replacements to speak of, the flip side is a major loss of steering feel, particularly with BMWs.Give it time.
07-19-18, 06:51 AM
#32
Lexus Fanatic
You all also find Porsches, on average, to be more reliable and better-built than BMWs, though parts, service, and repairs on them can cost an arm and a leg if they are not free or under warranty. Porsche is notorious for empty-your-wallet service.
07-19-18, 06:55 AM
#33
Lexus Fanatic
You have a way with words. At least at work I've got a decent shot at the Executive aisle this year since business is good. Then I try to choose the cars that are brand spanking new, like the Rogue with 7 miles.(for real, if I get Executive status, how long would it last before it goes back to regular, assuming next year I won't be renting at the Executive level numbers, anyone know?)
07-19-18, 06:55 AM
#34
Lexus Fanatic
Some of us are old enough (and I am not as old as you, Mike) to remember when hydraulic power steering was (relatively) new and had much the same issues that we now complain about regarding electric power steering, namely being over-boosted (could turn the steering with a weak pinky finger, wandering on the highways) and lack of road-feel. Yet, the automakers and auto-suppliers were able to continually improve and refine the hydraulic power steering systems. The same will happen with electric power steering systems.
Give it time.
Give it time.
Definitely. No question about it. Yes, I well-remember the big luxury cars of the early 1960s and their fingertip-sensitive steering and brake pedals. The first time I tried to drive a (used) 1962 Cadillac and 1964 Chrysler, the vacuum-brake pedals were so sensitive at low speeds that the car would suddenly lurch to a stop at the slightest pressure. And you could park while using one finger on the spokes of the steering wheel. At the time, only the big Fords and their power-front-disc brake option got the pedals right.
The opposite side of the coin, of course, was the non-power drum brakes, on the little 13" wheels, with rapid heat build-up and brake pedals that excessive faded after just a couple of pushes. They could be a real handful in the mountains....you very quickly learned to downshift and come down a long mountain grade in second gear, at a low speed (transmissions usually had three speeds...sometimes two)
Give it time.
Last edited by mmarshall; 07-19-18 at 07:16 AM.
07-19-18, 06:59 AM
#35
Lexus Fanatic
Some of us are old enough (and I am not as old as you, Mike) to remember when hydraulic power steering was (relatively) new and had much the same issues that we now complain about regarding electric power steering, namely being over-boosted (could turn the steering with a weak pinky finger, wandering on the highways) and lack of road-feel. Yet, the automakers and auto-suppliers were able to continually improve and refine the hydraulic power steering systems. The same will happen with electric power steering systems.
Give it time.
Give it time.
What I cannot relate to, however, is the notion that CDs go up in value, and they sell out. I bought 2 on eBay never opened, for around $55-$60, earlier this year. The face value when sold was about $28. Now, they are trending at $123. I have to admit that is odd to me.
07-19-18, 07:01 AM
#36
Lexus Fanatic
Thread Starter
You have a way with words. At least at work I've got a decent shot at the Executive aisle this year since business is good. Then I try to choose the cars that are brand spanking new, like the Rogue with 7 miles.(for real, if I get Executive status, how long would it last before it goes back to regular, assuming next year I won't be renting at the Executive level numbers, anyone know?)
I don't rent a lot of cars since I don't travel for work, but I belong to all the executive/such clubs through my platinum AMEX.
07-19-18, 07:08 AM
#37
Lexus Fanatic
I don't know what is needed just that I get teaser emails saying I am getting closer...ah...that elusive Executive aisle! lol
07-19-18, 07:10 AM
#38
Lexus Fanatic
Thread Starter
No clue...I've never rented enough to pay attention to any of that. I have a friend who travels a lot for work and he knows how all of those clubs and all work.
07-19-18, 07:12 AM
#39
I'm old enough to remember CDs. The majority here at work look at me as if I have 3 heads when I say I just got a new CD. Heck 2 of my cars have cassette players (1998 and 2006).
What I cannot relate to, however, is the notion that CDs go up in value, and they sell out. I bought 2 on eBay never opened, for around $55-$60, earlier this year. The face value when sold was about $28. Now, they are trending at $123. I have to admit that is odd to me.
What I cannot relate to, however, is the notion that CDs go up in value, and they sell out. I bought 2 on eBay never opened, for around $55-$60, earlier this year. The face value when sold was about $28. Now, they are trending at $123. I have to admit that is odd to me.
07-19-18, 07:14 AM
#40
Lexus Fanatic
Thread Starter
Where do people even buy CDs?!?
07-19-18, 07:23 AM
#42
drives cars
Probably?
I bought my wife a couple of CDs a while back. She likes to collect them for her favorite artists.
07-19-18, 07:23 AM
#43
Lexus Fanatic
Thread Starter
You would think the segment of the population who buys CDs aren't the same segment of the population who uses Amazon...
07-19-18, 07:43 AM
#44
Lexus Fanatic
One reason I don't listen to CDs any more (and donated most of the ones I had) is that they are usually available on Youtube. I just listen to them on the computer now.
07-19-18, 07:52 AM
#45
Lexus Fanatic
Thread Starter
I really only ever listen to music in the car