mkaresh
07-03-2007, 11:35 AM
In late 2005 I started conducting my own reliability research. I'm reporting absolute stats like "times in the shop" that will make the differences between cars much clearer. Relative ratings obscure too much--how large is the difference between "better than average" and "worse than average"? I’ll also be updating results four times a year, so there will be information on new models sooner.
I start collecting data on a model when 25 are signed up, and am collecting data on a few years of the CR-V so far. Other years are getting close to the minimum--more participants would certainly help.
Participants simply report repairs the month after they occur on a one-page survey. When there are no repairs, they simply report an approximate odometer reading four times a year, at the end of each quarter.
To encourage participation, panel members will receive full access to the results free of charge.
For the details, and to sign up:
Vehicle reliability research (http://www.truedelta.com/reliability.php)
I start collecting data on a model when 25 are signed up, and am collecting data on a few years of the CR-V so far. Other years are getting close to the minimum--more participants would certainly help.
Participants simply report repairs the month after they occur on a one-page survey. When there are no repairs, they simply report an approximate odometer reading four times a year, at the end of each quarter.
To encourage participation, panel members will receive full access to the results free of charge.
For the details, and to sign up:
Vehicle reliability research (http://www.truedelta.com/reliability.php)