Nearly half of drivers turn against touchscreen cars
A new survey has found that nearly half (47%) of UK drivers believe touchscreen dashboards are more distracting than traditional physical buttons. Moreover, this happens while driving.
The research, conducted by Quotezone.co.uk, highlights increasing concerns around the safety of modern in-car technology. Furthermore, regulators and safety authorities are beginning to take a closer look at the widespread use of touchscreens.
Now considered a standard feature in modern vehicles, touchscreens appeared in an estimated 97% of new cars launched since 2023.
Industry analysts predict the average in-car display will grow to 10.6 inches by 2030. This is comparable in size to many mid-sized tablet devices.
However, Quotezone’s findings suggest motorists may not welcome larger screens. Around one in three (31%) drivers surveyed said current touchscreen displays are already too large.
Concerns around touchscreen safety are also being echoed by independent vehicle safety organisations in several regions worldwide. As a result, this adds to the growing debate over the role of digital interfaces in cars.
