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Whether drivers can turn off these dashboard ads usually depends on software settings and the car manufacturer's rules. While some menus offer toggles for marketing preferences, mandatory connected services in modern vehicles often make promotions difficult to avoid completely. This leaves many motorists feeling frustrated about losing control over screens they actually bought.
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