>>343709564
They're an integral part of the game and they were probably intended to be there. Optional, sure, but then leaving them out does make it more bland. Why not just make a real sim at that point?

>>343709481
I think they ought to focus on splitting out the high and low ends of the skill bell curve. Can't see most being real happy with it as is. Rubber banding stuff would help, control assists etc. Then crank it up on the high end with high speed, tight turns, or what have you. 

As a side thought, not sure the complete black out mechanic made sense to me either given the lack of realism. You should already be getting punished for taking turns too quick in other ways so felt a bit excessive.