Drivers take much longer to perform regular tasks on in-vehicle touch screens compared to physical buttons and switches, according to tests carried out by a Swedish motoring magazine.
Screens are lighter and can be programmed and reprogrammed with the only cost being the developer time. Plop a screen in the middle of the dash. Done.
Physical controls require wiring, lighting, design and durability for each control. Much of this is added weight, and the dash and console have to be designed to accommodate the controls.
From a manufacturer perspective, screens are easier and more cost effective.
IMO screens can get f’d. I much prefer physical controls for car functions.
Screens are lighter and can be programmed and reprogrammed with the only cost being the developer time. Plop a screen in the middle of the dash. Done.
Physical controls require wiring, lighting, design and durability for each control. Much of this is added weight, and the dash and console have to be designed to accommodate the controls.
From a manufacturer perspective, screens are easier and more cost effective.
IMO screens can get f’d. I much prefer physical controls for car functions.