Good day mga ka-Tsikoteers!

I just thought of starting this thread to discuss about the different experiences of our fellow members here regarding the implementation of Drive By Wire Throttle for new cars. I recently purchased a 2009 Honda City and I was told that the throttle is already controlled by a sensor at the pedal, and an electronic motor that controls the butterfly valve in the throttle body. This has replaced the conventional cable that attaches the throttle body to the accelerator pedal.

The question comes to my mind is that will the DBW last as long as the traditional accelerator cable? I would like to think that the electronic motor on the throttle body acts in the same way as the servo motor in older cars. This may mean that the motor may fail in several years of use.

I would like to gather your thoughts here and start a meaningful discussion and hopefully inform our fellow members of the pros and cons of this new technology.