Maserati Head of Design Klaus Busse has revealed why the brand places infotainment screens below the AC vents rather than above the dashboard like most other car brands, revealing a design philosophy that prioritizes safety.The topic of infotainment screens has become quite controversial lately, as certain brands feature screens that run all along the dashboard, increasing the chances of driver distraction. Meanwhile, other brands, like Volkswagen, which replaced buttons with screens, are reverting to the old-school way of doing things.Maserati has adopted a more neutral approach, emphasizing that screens are important, but they are not the main element of a car's interior. The company has chosen logic over aesthetics by placing the screen where it is easier for the driver to operate, instead of it protruding upwards from the dashboard. The Italian brand aims to reduce screen distraction through this approach and improve the overall quality of driving.AdvertisementAdvertisementExplaining the idea to CarBuzz, Busse said, "We needed screens." If they're not present, "you get the cockpit of a 747 – the old one."empty vehicle front seat"We put the screens down. You let your hand fall onto the screen. It's this perfect ergonomic placement, so you can do your controls."He added:"We deliberately have not placed the screen up here, because it visually will always be in the corner of your eye, distracting you."Alfa Romeo, which also belongs to Maserati's parent company, Stellantis, uses screens that rise above the dashboard. Despite the common ownership, Busse remarked that Maserati was independent in choosing its own design. He said:AdvertisementAdvertisement"We are Maserati. We're part of a big family, sure, but in terms of what we design or develop, we are, Maserati"He added that the main philosophy behind this concept was to keep the eyes off the screen and on the road. He said:"We want eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, and you enjoy."Busse made it clear that for Maserati, screens are important, hinting that future models of the brand will have them. But his statement suggests that they are not the ultimate feature. He concluded:"Screens are needed, but not as the main protagonist."Related: Ferrari CEO Reveals the Real Reason Automakers Push Touchscreens – And It's Not Because Buyers Want ThemDo you think cars should rely less on screens? Let us know in the comments section.