Who’s the Driver?
Many drivers today can't change a tire or check their oil—not because they’ve forgotten, but because the car won’t let them. Modern vehicles are sealed, sensor-driven, and software-managed. Under the hood lies a wall of plastic, not parts. What used to be a quick roadside fix now triggers a warning light and a trip to the dealer. This shift affects all ages, not just the young. It’s not a failure of education, but a design choice by manufacturers. Cars have taken over more decisions than we realize—but are we still the ones in control?