Child locks were patented in 1949. Powered windows in 1941. Cup holders in cars date back to designs in the 50s popularized in the 80s. Push button shift consi

Child locks were patented in 1949. Powered windows in 1941. Cup holders in cars date back to designs in the 50s popularized in the 80s. Push button shift considered in 1913. Push button starting actually predates keys. A touch screen UI is indeed new but its a UI horror story for something that is expected to be operated while driving down the road at 60 mph.