The Mk8 VW GTI isn't as good as its predecessor. | Revelations with Jason Cammisa | Ep. 11
What it is
Jason Cammisa reviews the 2022 Volkswagen Mk8 GTI and explains why he thinks it is worse than the Mk7. He criticizes aspects such as the capacitive touch controls and the interface.
Why Hacker News recommends it
HN cites it in threads on touchscreens versus physical buttons in cars, as an example of an enthusiast's critique of VW's UX.
- 1 people recommended it
- 1 different months
- 0 strong recommendations
- first 2021, last 2023
What HN commenters said
“Here's a good video from Jason Cammisa about the new (at the time) mk8”
Good Cammisa review of the Mk8 GTI
deckard1, 2023-12 · Recommendation · in “VW Is Putting Buttons Back in Cars Because People Complained Enough”
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Topics: vw gti, jason cammisa, car ux, touchscreens, physical buttons
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