[Info-vax] Way OT, but relevant to the effects of 'modern' design and 'quality' practices?

[seasoned_geek]

On Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 7:25:36 AM UTC-5, Bill Gunshannon wrote:
> 
> Isn't that what has always been the norm for products coming out of
> that particular environment?
> 

I don't know. My 06 Avalon is an amazing ride. Power, performance, uses no oil and accelerates like new even with > 120K on it. I plan to try for 300K before I get rid of it.

Assuming an accelerator peddle problem doesn't cut me or my trial short.