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iPhone Designer Says Automakers Suck at Designing Touchscreens

May 26, 2026 by Naseem

The Hog Ring - The Man Behind the iPhone Thinks Big Screens Don't Belong in Cars

Jony Ive, the former Apple design chief behind products like the iPhone, iPad, iMac, and Apple Watch, has a surprisingly strong opinion about one of the biggest trends in modern automotive interiors. … [Read more...] about iPhone Designer Says Automakers Suck at Designing Touchscreens

Regulators Say Touchscreens Aren’t Safe. They Want to Bring Buttons Back.

March 13, 2026 by Naseem

The Hog Ring - Distracting Touch Screen

After years of touchscreens taking over dashboards, physical buttons might be making a comeback. … [Read more...] about Regulators Say Touchscreens Aren’t Safe. They Want to Bring Buttons Back.

An Epic Rant Against Touch Screen Convertible Top Controls

August 11, 2025 by Nadeem

The Hog Ring - An Epic Rant Against Touchscreen Convertible Top Controls

What do you think of Maserati putting its convertible top controls on a touch screen? … [Read more...] about An Epic Rant Against Touch Screen Convertible Top Controls

The Genius Philosophy Behind Maserati’s Interior Design Choices

June 11, 2025 by Naseem

The Hog Ring - The Genius Philosophy Behind Maserati’s Interior Design Choices

Given how fast technology is advancing, how does a luxury automaker design a car interior that won’t feel dated in a few years? … [Read more...] about The Genius Philosophy Behind Maserati’s Interior Design Choices

The Worst Interior Features (According to a Veteran Auto Trimmer)

June 4, 2025 by Naseem

The Hog Ring - The Worst Interior Features According to a Veteran Trimmer

After nearly 30 years of repairing car interiors, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for good design — and an equally strong dislike for features that are poorly executed. … [Read more...] about The Worst Interior Features (According to a Veteran Auto Trimmer)

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