Comfort and Convenience
Cabin temperature suits people differently: one setting can feel warm to one occupant and cool to another. Preference shifts with clothing, the time of day and how long the journey has run.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Finding the lights, wipers and hazard switch before moving off means fewer moments spent searching later. Preparation here is simply knowing where things sit while the car is still stationary.
Multimedia and Connectivity
A phone battery often runs low on longer trips, so a charging point matters in its own right. Where one is provided, it stays separate from whatever handles calls or plays music.