Most new in-car technology is “not necessary,” according to a survey.

A new survey by JD Power suggests that car buyers may not want all the technology in their cars, as it does not solve real problems. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has published data revealing that partial automation does not make cars any safer.

This is in line with the trend for automakers to include an additional infotainment screen directly in front of the front passenger, separate from the main infotainment screen in the center stack.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has also revealed that partial automation does not make cars any safer. For example, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and blind spot monitoring are less useful than fully automated systems, such as automatic parking systems.

Other examples of new technology solving a nonexistent problem are facial recognition, fingerprint scanners, and gesture control. While these technologies have become popular, they may not always be used effectively. For example, Genesis’ facial recognition may leave the key at home, while BMW’s gesture controls may cause accidental volume adjustments.

AI-based features like smart climate control have quickly gained popularity, but not every innovation was met with opprobrium. Kathleen Rizk, senior director of user experience benchmarking and technology at JD Power, said that a strong advanced tech strategy is crucial for all vehicle manufacturers, and many innovative technologies are answering customer needs. However, this year’s study makes it clear that owners find some technologies of little use or are continually annoying.

The market research company says its tech survey was created to help automakers choose where to invest their R&D resources. If objectionable in-car tech becomes less common, it will be known which OEMs were paying attention.

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