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Re:Global chip shortage may soon turn into an oversupply crisis by bgro on Monday February 28, 2022 @12:15AM (#30496681)
I saw a news video (CNBC?) on YouTube looking into how the chip supply shortage is affecting car sales. One of the car manufacturer representatives said they have had to cut features like power windows / locks, as may be expected.

However, he said heated seats (and some other luxury things) are an absolutely critical feature that couldn't possibly be omitted in an emergency situation like this. They're essentially as critical as having the steering wheel or brakes.

Re:Global chip shortage may soon turn into an oversupply crisis by ISL on Monday February 28, 2022 @01:56AM (#30497114)
For an electric car, they may be. Heating people is much more efficient than heating people by heating air.