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What Are Some Invaluable Features to Include in Your Next Car?

ByMatsumoto Naoki-August 30, 2021

You’re in the market for a new car and you know that there are plenty of options to choose from. But with so many choices, how can you be sure that your next purchase is going to be the right one? Well, there are quite a few factors to take into consideration when deciding which vehicle will best suit your needs. For instance, what features do you need most? Let’s find out.

9 Invaluable Features to Have in Your Next Car

Let’s discuss some of the must-have features that should be in your next car. These features more or less cover all the things that one expects in their car.

Feature 1: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

If your car has adaptive cruise control, it will be able to automatically speed up or slow down to maintain a safe distance from the car in front of you. This is an essential feature because it will help prevent accidents and keep drivers calm while they’re on the road.

Feature 2: A warning system for forward collision

This feature is a must-have because it alerts you to the possibility of an impending collision. It can help prevent accidents and keep you safe on the road.

Feature 3: Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

Having these features means you can connect the car’s infotainment system wirelessly with your smartphone. This means you can play music and get directions without even having to touch the device in your pocket. It’s a great feature that makes life on the road much more enjoyable!

Apple CarPlay in a car. (Credit: Aaron Yoo / Flickr)

Feature 4: Blind-spot monitoring

This feature is a must-have because it alerts you if there’s another car in your blind spot. It can help prevent accidents and keep drivers calm while they are on the road.

Feature 5: audio and climate control systems

These features provide easy access to temperature and audio controls. It’s the best way to keep yourself comfortable while you’re on the road. Physical knobs instead of touchscreen options are better as they are less distracting.

Feature 6: A voice recognition system

Voice recognition systems are becoming more common in vehicles today. You can control your vehicle by simply using your voice, which makes it easy to keep your eyes on the road and avoid accidents.

Feature 7: Keyless entry

With this feature, you can lock and unlock your car with the touch of a button. It’s much easier than having to use keys. It’s more convenient too when you have things to carry in your hand.

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Feature 8: Heated seats

Heated seats are the best way to keep yourself warm and cozy while you drive. No one wants to be cold on their commute, right? This is a serious mood lifter on a cold morning.

Feature 9: High beams

You can never have enough safety features, right? Automatic high beams automatically switch between high and low beams according to the oncoming traffic.

Conclusion

There are plenty of features that would be nice to have in a new car. By considering this list, you will ensure that the vehicle you choose is right for all of your needs and can keep you safe on the road.

Matsumoto Naoki is senior car blogger at Car From Japan. Having background in mechanical engineering, he has a unique perspective on a lot of new car innovations. Prior to Car From Japan, Matsumoto was Mechanical Design Engineer at Yajima Plant, Subaru Corporation. His articles provide detailed DIY instructions and how-tos to help you get your new car on the road. If you want to save money and feel more confident when working on your cars, you should not ignore Matsumoto’s sharing posts. He presents driving tips and tricks for everyone through easy-following steps and mechanically but friendly writing.

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