Comfort and Convenience
Cabin temperature is one of the most contested settings in any car. People differ in how quickly they feel cold after coming in from outside, so passengers often want a warmer setting than the driver.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Unfamiliar controls take attention when they are used at speed. Sorting mirror angles, seat position and the indicator and wiper stalks before setting off keeps those adjustments out of moving traffic.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Hands-free calling, where a system offers it, depends on the car recognising the phone, which usually means pairing it once while parked rather than mid-journey. Audio streaming and charging are handled separately.