Are New Cars Too Smart for Simple Drivers?
Not too long ago, driving a car was a simple, even joyful experience. You turned a key, checked your mirrors, and hit the gas. That was it. No beeps, no confusing icons on a screen, no digital voice telling you that your seatbelt isn’t tight enough. But in 2025, things have changed. Cars today come packed with technology that’s meant to make life easier — yet for many drivers, especially those used to traditional vehicles, it’s having the opposite effect. This shift has sparked a growing conversation: are all these “smart” features actually helpful, or are they making driving feel more complicated than ever? Let’s take a closer look at how cars have evolved, who’s struggling to keep up, and what this means for the future of driving in America. The Tech Boom in Cars — A Blessing or a Burden? Over the last few years, the way we interact with our cars has changed in ways most drivers never expected. Once, a car was a tool — you turned it on, drove it, parked it, and that was that. Now,...
