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Buttons are back and storage is king when it comes to car interiors

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Nissan's Hiren Patel noted that while the 'Piano Black' and switchless interior trends were initially driven by cost and tooling efficiency, they faced significant user complaints regarding driver distraction. Patel highlighted that despite these issues, the trend persists because it remains visually appealing in dealerships, though it fails in real-world driving scenarios where intuitive controls are difficult to access.

Key points

• Nissan's Hiren Patel stated that the 'Piano Black' and switchless interior trends were initially driven by cost savings and reduced tooling requirements for unique car designs.

Context

Interior design trends in vehicles often face backlash for distracting drivers, yet the trend persists due to its visual appeal in dealership settings. Nissan's Hiren Patel explained that the shift to software-based controls was intended to save money and tooling, but real-world usage reveals significant usability issues.

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Evidence is limited to a single interview with Nissan's Hiren Patel regarding the Piano Black trend. No specific data on user complaints, sales figures, or regional adoption rates is provided in the source.

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