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Explore Comfort Devices for Enhanced Driving Experience

THE VEHICLE AND ITS COMPONENTS: Comfort Devices

Comfort Devices: Innovations for a Better Driving Experience

Comfort devices are another area where we see innovations. Setting up these comfort devices while driving can cause a distraction; please use them safely. Following is the list of comfort devices:

  • Temperature Control Device (Heating and Cooling)
  • Seat Position and Angles
  • Steering Wheel Adjustments
  • Side-view Mirrors
  • Power Window
  • Door Lock
  • Cruise Control
  • Car Navigation
  • Electric Sunroof
  • Turn Signal Lever
  • Windshield Wipers
  • Radio
  • USB
  • Bluetooth
  • WIFI
  • Sound Settings
  • And others

These devices intend to keep the driver comfortable on the road. However, it is essential to remember that they should only be changed when the vehicle is at a complete stop.

It would be best not to allow these privileges to distract the driver from concentrating on the road.

Temperature Control Device

Temperature Control Device

Usually found in the centre console, it is used to control the climate within the vehicle.

Seat Position Angles

Seat Position and Angles

Usually found underneath and to the side of the seats, use these to adjust the position.

The driver must not sit too close to the steering as in an accident; the airbag explosion will cause injuries if the driver is too close.

Steering Wheel Adjustments

Steering Wheel Adjustments

Usually found underneath the steering wheel, use this to adjust the steering wheel column's height and angle. Ensure that the peak of the steering wheel is not higher than the shoulders.

Side-view Mirrors

Side-view Mirrors

Used to see vehicles behind and adjust these before driving to ensure cars behind are visible. Also, be sure to watch out for the blind spots.

Power Window

Power Window

Automatic windows that roll up and down at the click of a button.

Door Lock

Door Lock

They lock the doors, usually found near the entrance handles.

Cruise Control

Cruise Control

Cruise Control maintains a constant speed near the steering wheel, usually on the highway.

Car Navigation

Car Navigation

Car Navigation System uses a Global Positioning System (GPS) to navigate.

Electric Sunroof

Electric Sunroof

Electric Sunroof is slidable to open a gap in the roof for better air circulation.

Turn Signal Lever

Turn Signal Lever

Found on stocks on either side of the steering wheel, they indicate the turning direction.

Windshield Wipers

Windshield Wipers

The windshield wipers are on the steering wheel's right side. They are used during rainy conditions to clear water from the windshields.

Car Radio

Radio, USB, Bluetooth, WIFI, Sound Settings, And others

All of these support various leisure activities. Be sure to use them only when stopped or clear from other vehicles, as they may cause distractions while driving.

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