Involvement as a criterion doesn't have to come at the expense of having a dangerous car. In fact, that very communcation allows the driver to learn what's truely going on. The danger comes when a driver used to electronic aids puts himself into a situation where the electronics can no longer help him, or drives a car without electtronic aids.

It's still up to the nut behind the wheel to make driving safe.

The problem is that a lot of people can go faster in less involving cars, because the danger signs that would scare them away are not transmitted as clearly. Also, since more hardcore drivers tend to prefer cars that communicate so well, the suspension setups also reflect this. The distinction between communicaiton and setup should not be overlooked.

Obviously I have no basis to comment on the F430, so this is just a general comment. But the market seems to be moving in a clear direction, as car companies are merely responding to what people will buy and what they enjoy.

As long as basic sports cars built for a very narrow purpose are still made, I will be happy.

- J