Jaguar Land Rover Develops Contactless Touchscreen to help avoid viruses and bacteria

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  • JLR with University of Cambridge has developed a contactless touchscreen
  • The new technology will help keep drivers' eyes on the road
  • It will also help reduce the spread of bacteria & viruses


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