Comfort and Convenience
Cabin temperature is a common preference on a long day, and people rarely agree on the same setting. One passenger may want cooler air after a hot walk, while another prefers a warmer cabin at the same stop.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Before a dawn start, it helps to know where lights, demisting, and the horn are so you are not searching once you are moving. That preparation is about a calm first few minutes, not a promised result on the road.
Multimedia and Connectivity
A passenger may want a playlist on a long stretch, which is simpler if playback starts without handing a phone around. If cabin audio is available, the phone can stay put; if not, a small speaker still covers the need.