today's qualitty
I do think many products are made to last only a few years now and then be replaced. What a contrast from the older Electrolux, Kenmore and eureka vacuums of the 50's, 60's and 70's, probably some other brands as well. Many of these older vacuums are still being used, sometimes as daily drivers. Some brands are still made with this quality, but it's few and far between, Miele, Sebo, Ricccar, etc.