Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid subscription

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Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid subscription

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Enshittification@lemmy.world · 1 year ago

Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid subscription | Auto Express

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Owners can now subscribe to boost the power of their car… for a fee

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