Remember when cars came with everything you actually needed—no subscriptions, no fine print, and no confusing “optional safety packages”? These days, buying a car feels like ordering a complicated coffee drink. You think you’re getting the basics, but suddenly there’s a surcharge for features that used to come free.
From once-common seatbelt buzzers to spare tires, modern vehicles have quietly ditched several essential safety features in favor of tech upgrades and sleek designs.
