Comment by uncoder0
5 years ago
Tesla really is changing the auto industry quite a bit. I wonder how much they would save if they made every 3 series with the fully loaded specs and locked them behind software? I imagine you could gain a lot of efficiency in the supply chain and the manufacturing process as the cars become a lot more fungible.
Oddly enough in 2010 I did some consulting with a Manufacturer in Spartanburg (;D). It took 24 hours to hack the control system and unlock all the features. Last I heard they'd decided not to go that path. I often wonder though, if it will come back. What I fear though is, Additional monthly service fees (ala their annual Car Play fee they were charging) ultimately adding to the cost of the vehicle.
They do exactly this with the heated seats, and of course, AutoPilot.