Comfort and Convenience
Cabin temperature is a common point of disagreement: what feels pleasant to a driver in motion can feel too cool to a passenger sitting still. Agreeing a setting early avoids repeated adjustments.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Knowing where the wiper, light and demister controls sit means reaching them without a long search. A few minutes spent locating them while parked saves fumbling when weather changes on route.
Multimedia and Connectivity
A phone running flat mid-route is a common frustration, and keeping it powered is a separate matter from playing music. If a charging socket is available, a cable that fits it belongs in the bag.