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Re:Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid s... by nikau on Saturday August 16, 2025 @10:19PM (#44928385)
Is hardly extra work, just a tune to reduce bust.

From manufacturer point of view it makes sense, less boost is less stress on engine and less warranty claims.

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Re:Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid s... by Buttons840 on Saturday August 16, 2025 @11:09PM (#44928555)
We're talking about paid subscriptions here though, setting all that up is extra work.
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Re:Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid s... by nikau on Sunday August 17, 2025 @12:03AM (#44928747)
In scheme of things that get redesigned for no reason other than fashion its negligible.
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