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Re:Ford files patent to disable car functions for missed pay... by viggity on Monday March 06, 2023 @09:16AM (#35041251)
I know most HNers probably haaaate this idea. The upside is that lower repossession costs lower the risk and make goods available to lower wage income workers.
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Re:Ford files patent to disable car functions for missed pay... by rolenthedeep on Monday March 06, 2023 @11:20AM (#35042831)
Imagine seriously believing that savings will actually "trickle down" to consumers.

They'll charge a premium for these features.

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