Comfort and Convenience
Seating position is personal. Some drivers want to sit high for a clear view over the bonnet, others prefer low and reclined, and height, arm length and long habit all pull the preference in different directions.
Safety and Driver Assistance
A minute spent before pulling away, with mirrors set, lights and wipers located and climate sorted, turns those things into decisions already made. Preparation is easier stationary than mid-journey, particularly in an unfamiliar car.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Battery level matters on errand days, when the phone is also the map and the parking payment. If a charging point is available and a suitable cable to hand, topping up during short hops keeps that from becoming a worry.