LOL.....technology shock; that’s all you are experiencing if you haven’t bought a car in a while. Don’t let the gadgetry intimidate you. Much of it is highly useful; some of it....not so much. Well designed cars have such systems with a wealth of information. Others....again, not so much. GPS, satellite radio, backup cameras....all nice. Bluetooth so you can pair your phone (use hands free), etc....not bad, but I don’t use that. Just know there’s a bit of a learning curve, but once you get the hang of it it’s really not that bad.
What it really means is the nail in the coffin of the shade tree mechanic.
I INSISTED that our new SUV come with all that stuff, or we weren't buying. The one we were looking at didn't have the 'computer' on board. I had them order/install one(for like $3,000). Backup cam still shows on the mirror though.(prefer it there anyway). The SUV we were trading in had all those features, and there was no way in hell I was gonna buy another one without them. I don't use the Bluetooth either. I can see how it would be nice for those who would though.