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Why are there no normal electric cars instead of gimmicks on wheels? (piefed.zip)
submitted 1 week ago by to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world
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Take a car with an internal combustion engine and replace everything that is needed for an electric car. Now you have a no-nonsense car.

Instead, we have a rolling data center that feels like a smartphone.

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[–] 10 points 1 week ago (12 children)

It's got a mount where you can stick a phone or tablet if you want, but nothing built-in.

I believe that is a mistake, carplay and android auto are designed to work well when driving, my phone automatically removes all text message notifications and makes me not even notice getting texted to prevent me from getting distracted.

I would like a stripped down car that still has Carplay/Android Auto.

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  • [–] 10 points 6 days ago (7 children)

    This would be solved by putting space in the dash for people to install their own head units.

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  • [–] 7 points 6 days ago (3 children)

    Which they're doing.

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  • [–] 1 point 6 days ago (2 children)

    Didn't look like it every time I checked

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  • [–] 5 points 6 days ago (1 child)

    There's a huge space in the dash, it's basically a large glove box. A radio or screen can be hidden behind the door or built into it, whatever you prefer.

    Choice and DIY is a big part of Slate's thing. I don't need or want a screen and would not like a car with a big space for one. I'll add it later if I change my mind.

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  • [–] 1 point 6 days ago (2 children)

    Am I the only person who uses my phone as the head unit?

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