Top Engineering Fails: When Mechanics Hate Engineers

🔥Poorly designed wiring in some cars can lead to fires in the trunk or hatch area.

🛡️Certain safety features implemented to protect passengers can disable the engine even in non-severe crashes.

🧰Removing components such as a torque converter nut can be needlessly complicated due to cramped engine layouts.

💡Inaccessible battery boxes and fuse boxes can make simple tasks like replacing fuses or checking connections more difficult.

🤔Disagreements between mechanics and engineers also stem from trade-offs made to prioritize safety, cost-effectiveness, and ease of manufacturing.

Are all engineering fails the fault of engineers?

—No, some issues are the result of trade-offs made during the design process to prioritize other factors.

Can these engineering fails be fixed by mechanics?

—Yes, mechanics often find workarounds or solutions to overcome engineering flaws and ensure the safe and efficient operation of vehicles.

Do all mechanics have a negative opinion of engineers?

—No, opinions vary among mechanics, and many understand the challenges engineers face in balancing different design considerations.

Why do some components in cars have difficult access?

—In some cases, limited space or the need to accommodate multiple systems can make it challenging to design easily accessible components.

Are there any mechanisms in place for mechanics and engineers to collaborate?

—Yes, manufacturers often encourage communication between mechanics and engineers to address issues and improve future vehicle designs.

01:22Poorly designed wiring can lead to fires in the trunk or hatch area.

03:56Certain safety features can disable the engine even in non-severe crashes.

06:59Removing components such as a torque converter nut can be needlessly complicated due to cramped engine layouts.

09:00Inaccessible battery boxes and fuse boxes can make simple tasks more difficult.

10:47Disagreements between mechanics and engineers also stem from trade-offs made during the design process.