I can imagine watching a neighbor holding a big box, standing at the rear of their Ford, rapidly swinging and shaking their foot under the bumper trying to get the hatch to open, until they finally have to give up and open it with their hand. (BTW- I do like this clever feature)
Better yet, I can’t wait to see someone attempt this foot-swipe move on an 70’s hatch after they become accustomed to this feature. “Why won’t this work?!?”
…Kind of like watching kids using gestures on magazines or books. Anyone else witnessed this? Ridiculous.