Comfort and Convenience
Cabin temperature is rarely agreed on. Some travellers want cool air moving, others prefer warmth and still air, and seating position changes how each person experiences it, which is why the setting is usually negotiated.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Spending a few minutes before setting off, locating lights, demisting, the hazard switch and mirror adjusters, means less improvising later. That preparation is especially worthwhile in an unfamiliar car, or when passengers are already settled and waiting.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Passengers often ask about a charging point, since a phone used for navigation or messages drains quickly. Where sockets or ports are available, agreeing early on who uses them avoids a flat battery at arrival.