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by numpad0 533 days ago
A car is not like a computer but a rack full with cables running across. To disable telemetry, the telematics module needs to be located and removed.

That touchscreen in the center of dashboard is just a self contained smoke and mirrors for occupant distraction. It does influence purchase decisions for a lot of people, but architecturally it's nearly purely decorative(especially in "legacy big auto" cars).