Comfort and Convenience
Seating position is personal: some drivers want to sit high with a long view over the bonnet, others prefer a lower, more enclosed posture. Height, build and habit all pull the preference in different directions.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Learning where the hazard switch, demister and light controls sit is worth a few minutes while parked. Searching for them mid-journey is harder than finding them calmly beforehand, particularly in an unfamiliar car.
Multimedia and Connectivity
A phone that starts the commute half charged is a common worry, so if a suitable power source is available, plugging in for the drive keeps the battery topped up by arrival.