Realistic Dashboard - Interactive Vehicle Dashboard for Project Zomboid

Realistic Dashboard replaces the standard vehicle interface in Project Zomboid with a detailed, interactive dashboard featuring realistic instruments, animated gauges and functional vehicle controls.

The mod supports Build 41 and Build 42.20 Stable, including multiplayer.

Main Features

• Interactive Dashboard - Control the radio, air conditioning, doors and windows directly from the interface.
• Realistic Gauges - Physics-based needle movement and instrument backlighting.
• Dynamic Warning Lights - Dashboard indicators with startup bulb checks.
• Multiple Dashboard Designs - Dedicated layouts for standard, sport and heavy-duty vehicles.
• Emergency Light Controller - Additional controls for supported emergency vehicles.
• Radio Interfaces - Distinct designs for ValueTech and Premium Technologies radios.
• Seat Controls - Shortcuts for changing seats and sleeping inside vehicles.
• Compact Layout - Reduced screen obstruction while driving.
• HD Textures - Improved appearance on high-resolution monitors.
• Adjustable UI Scale - Supports 0.75x, 1x, 1.4x and 2x sizes.

Vehicle Condition Effects

The dashboard responds visually to the condition of your vehicle.

• Dirt and Stains - Appearance changes based on the driver's seat condition.
• Windshield Cracks - Visual damage effects reflecting windshield condition.
• Battery Voltage - Gauge behavior reflects voltage drops during engine startup.
• Warning Indicators - Dynamic lights provide additional vehicle status information.

In Build 42, stain and crack opacity can be adjusted through mod settings.

Controls and Interface

The dashboard automatically replaces the vanilla interface after enabling the mod.

Drivers and front-row passengers can access supported controls, including radio functions, windows and seat switching.

Emergency vehicles receive an additional lighting controller when supported.

Display Settings

Available interface scales:

• 0.75x - Compact layout for smaller screens.
• 1x - Standard size.
• 1.4x - Enlarged interface.
• 2x - High-resolution displays.

For 4K / 2160p monitors, select the 2x texture size under Options > Mods.

For smoother gauge animations, increase UI Render FPS in Options > Display. A value of 60 FPS is recommended.

Compatibility

• Project Zomboid Build 41: Singleplayer supported.
• Project Zomboid Build 42: Singleplayer supported.
• Build 42 Multiplayer: Tested and supported.
• Existing Saves: Compatible.

Tested compatible modifications include:

• TV and Radio Reinvented
• True Music
• Project Summer Cars
• KI5 vehicle mods
• Autostar Motor Club

Important: Load Project Summer Cars before Realistic Dashboard. Some of its thermometer and warning indicators may be obscured.

Mods that replace the same dashboard interface may conflict.

Planned Features

Future updates are expected to introduce:

• Mileage and odometer display.
• Ham radio interface.

Realistic Dashboard makes driving more immersive by transforming the vehicle HUD into a functional instrument panel without requiring a new save.