Hundreds of Porsche cars across Russia have shut down after a Vehicle Tracking System failure caused engine lockouts. Here’s what happened, which models are affected, and what owners can do next.
  • RalfWausE@blackneon.netEnglish
    71·
    4 hours ago

    First: It’s funny, because it is happening to Russians

    Second: It’s fucking scary, because it can happen everywhere. Fuck cars that rely on digital services.

    • AsoFiafia@lemmy.zipEnglish
      33·
      2 hours ago

      This is why I own a ‘79. I could’ve gotten something way newer, but it was a great price for a reliable machine and it’s in great condition. Easy to work on if need be and I can’t be stopped from driving it. Wish I would’ve thought about the lack of airbags, but what’s a drive without a little(lot of) danger?

      • ColeSloth@discuss.tchncs.deEnglish
        1·
        40 minutes ago

        I’ll keep my unkillable Gen 2 Prius. 281,000 miles on the odometer, original engine, replaced the hybrid battery a few years back with a brand new one from Toyota (that I installed myself after convincing a dealership to just sell one to me) and knock on wood, but that’s the last maintenance item I’ve even had to spend any money on.

        Too bad quality dropped off after the Gen 2 years.