They're less prevalent because it's more expensive to do really well now, at least with modern cars. You'll really only see it in dedicated communities. I can't say if they rely on faceplate removal as a security measure though. Security measures have gotten much better since then.

[–] oatscoop@midwest.social 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Every car in the USA made since 2018 is required to have backup camera from the factory.

So since every car has to have a screen for the camera, auto makers figured they may as well use for the stereo system.

[–] pjhenry1216@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

This isn't entirely true. I have a backup camera and the audio system is still separate. Screens aren't all those giant dashboard ones. Some are small ones used to display simple data. Not even touchscreen.