Comfort and Convenience
How upright a driver likes to sit is personal. Torso length, arm reach and simple habit push one person towards a reclined posture and another towards sitting tall for a clearer view forward.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Adjusting mirrors, seat and steering position while stationary is worth the pause, especially in an unfamiliar car. Preparation done at the kerb does not compete with junctions, pedestrians and turns for attention.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Calls arriving mid-journey are common, and handling them without picking up the phone is the practical aim. Where hands-free operation is supported, answering becomes a single action rather than a search through a pocket.