Mazda just dropped a bombshell on the car market with its new, third-generation CX-5. Forget classic buttons and rotary controls – now everything is controlled via a touchscreen and voice commands. Yes, you read that right! No more physical buttons you’ve used for years to adjust climate, music, and settings. Car lovers are shocked and furious, and social media is ablaze with comments like “No buttons, no buy!” and “Climate control must have physical buttons!”. Mazda claims this is what customers want, but is it really or a total disaster?
Revolution or Regression?
Mazda has sold a whopping 4.7 million CX-5 units so far, but now they decided to make a real revolution inside. All functions have been moved to a large touchscreen and voice control, while physical controls have vanished. Tamara Mlinarčik from Mazda North America says the goal is safer driving and simpler control. But isn’t it well-known that touchscreens distract drivers and increase accident risk? Just a few years ago, Mazda claimed the opposite and removed screens for safety reasons. Now they’ve clearly changed their mind, and drivers are confused and angry.
Social Media Meltdown
Comments on social media are brutal. People wonder how they’ll adjust the climate while driving without taking their eyes off the road. “No buttons, no buy!” has become the slogan of unhappy customers. Some even joke they’ll have to learn to talk to their car like a sci-fi robot. What about older people or those who just hate tech? Mazda says most customers want bigger screens and fewer buttons, but is that really all customers or just a marketing trick?
Trend or Fad?
The new CX-5 isn’t Mazda’s first model with a minimalist interior. Electric models EZ6 and EZ60 in China already feature huge screens and few physical buttons. Even BMW ditched its famous rotary controller. Is this the future of cars or just a passing fad? Sports car fans like Miata owners hope their cars will at least keep the analog spirit and physical controls.
Conclusion: Did Mazda Overdo It?
Mazda is clearly moving towards digitalization and modernization, but is this really what drivers want? Removing physical buttons might seem like a step forward but could be a big step back for safety and convenience. If you’re a driver who likes control at your fingertips, the new CX-5 might be a nightmare. And if you hate fiddling with screens while driving, brace yourself for frustration.
What do you think? Revolution or disaster? Would you buy a car with zero buttons? Drop a comment, share your experience, or just crack a joke about “cars of the future” – you know we love a good debate!
