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Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by mikefocke, Aug 14, 2025 at 2:39 PM.

  1. mikefocke

    mikefocke Prius v Three 2012, Avalon 2011

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    #1 mikefocke, Aug 14, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    Calling @Mendel Leisk

    A few years ago, I came across an article where auto execs where preparing for when regulations turned against touch screens.
     
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    LoL; be careful what you wish for. They may start locking out certain functions while the car is in motion or in gear - Just like most nav systems and cell phone mapping software.:(
     
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    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    That would still exclude the car for getting the top safety score under the European and Australian NCAP regulations. The changes specifically call for physical controls to qualify for the top rankings.
     
    #4 Trollbait, Aug 14, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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