My little slice of the 'net
Ain’t it funny?
Article on CNNMoney this morning was discussing the “recall mania” of various autos that have been announced or are due shortly.
Toyota – brake/acceleration problem
Chevrolet – loss of power steering
Hyundai – door latch problems
Nissan – brake/guage issues
Mazda – seat heater
Is it just me, or does anyone else find it amusing that a loss of power steering is considered a real safety hazard (as posted in the comment replies on CNNMoney)? Cars continue to function without power steering (although I love my powered steering, I can continue to drive without it being a large danger). Then you’ve got issues with cars randomly accelerating or won’t stop. Let’s think about that one for a second. Or the malfunctioning seat heater might burn your ass.
Suddenly, a relatively minor inconvenience is “proof” that GM is a shitty manufacturer? Puh-lease. Give me safety before convenience.
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about 5 months ago
Happy Belated Birthday, rj!
Man, I feel like total crap that I missed posting something to you. I haven’t been able to get on for various reasons lately and I can’t believe it. I hope that you had a great day and that searching for a new job is looking better. They reported the other day here in Mass that new employment was up lately and they expect it to continue.
I love your e-mail about cars and the recalls. Seriously, what the hell is going on? Is every manufacturer suddenly haveing a change of heart? I’m not saying its bad but, yeah, your view is a good one. A recall for loss of power steering because it’s a safety hazard. Of course, mayber they’re thinking of all those teenage girls with little arms that can barely close the car door. Who knows…
How’s school and gaming going?
Cheers, ~Sean
about 5 months ago
Hey Sean,
That feeling’s doubled, since I missed your comment, lol. I didn’t get notification that you’d posted. Strange…
School is school. Just working hard. Gaming… well… it’s going too. I’m limiting my time more and more to it. I’m about at the point where I’m going to probably really stop competing after this season. There’s just too much else to do, you know? With the better weather, it’s time to get back on the roads. I’ve got the time now that I’m not taking a full course-load. Plus, I’ve got other things I want to focus on.
Cutting this short here, but drop me an email or something. About the only way to stay up to date with you. Also – our dear hwhimsey has her own blog now – http://www.sarahgoodrow.com. =)
~rj