Comfort and Convenience
Seating position is personal: some people prefer sitting high with a clear view over the bonnet, others lower and more reclined. Body proportions and long-held habit shape the preference, so it is worth settling before departure.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Before setting off, it helps to locate the wiper, lighting and demisting controls while still parked. Hunting for an unfamiliar switch in rain or darkness is a distraction that a few calm minutes beforehand can avoid.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Keeping a phone charged matters most on long days, since navigation and messaging drain a battery steadily. If a suitable socket or port is available, a cable that reaches the driver's seat is worth packing.