I know lots of family members and friends who NEVER pull out the dipstick. The assume that the engine doesn't use oil, no need. Just take it in for oil changes when the light comes on. This is probably done partly to protect the engine and warranty. Get a light on when it's a bit low, and maybe even shut the motor down before it burns up.
I my automotive classes in high school, our teacher, who was very good, and old school drilled into us that we needed to open the hood once a week, check the 'oil, water and battery'. Also top off the washer fluid as needed. I still do it as least once a month, but I know that most people don't, and probably could not figure out how to get the hood open.