Nissan Leaf owners are protesting the carmaker's shutdown of the NissanConnect EV app on vehicles made before May 2019, which will eliminate remote control functions including battery charging and heating as of March 30. Experts warn the issue foreshadows broader problems as older connected vehicles lose manufacturer support for software-dependent features, raising questions about product durability and the shift toward subscription-based services.
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Nissan Leaf owners are protesting the carmaker's shutdown of the NissanConnect EV app on vehicles made before May 2019, which will eliminate remote control functions including battery charging and heating as of March 30. Experts warn the issue foreshadows broader problems as older connected vehicles lose manufacturer support for software-dependent features, raising questions about product durability and the shift toward subscription-based services.