Convenient equipment on cars but few people notice
On today's car models there are many convenient features but they are often forgotten and paid little attention to by users.
Sunroof
The sunroof is essentially a part of the car's roof made of glass, designed to allow closed-top cars to receive more natural light or air while the car is moving, creating an airy feeling for the interior and helping to reduce fatigue when traveling long distances.
Previously, sunroofs were usually only equipped on luxury cars and it often brought admiration and excitement to car buyers. Nowadays, this equipment is increasingly popular in popular cars and is considered a feature to attract customers and increase competitiveness with rivals.
In Vietnam, many low-cost car models are now equipped with sunroofs. However, most cars in Vietnam are used in hot tropical climates as well as dusty environments, which exposes many limitations of sunroofs.
First, cars equipped with sunroofs are less insulated than fully enclosed cars. When stopping, parking or driving under the hot sun, the glass material from the sunroof will cause the interior to absorb more heat. Therefore, the air conditioning system has to work harder to maintain the coolness of the cabin. High temperatures also cause the materials of the dashboard and seat covers to deteriorate faster.
In addition, the polluted environment in Vietnam is not suitable for opening the sunroof regularly even on cool days. Sand and dirt easily enter the car through the sunroof, which in the long run can affect the hygiene of the interior compartment. Therefore, users have to clean it sooner than usual.
In addition, unlike the rubber seals on the car doors, the waterproof rubber seals of the sunroof are especially important, but they must be located in a position that is exposed to rain and sun on the car ceiling and is directly exposed to the sun. Combined with the hot and humid climate and heavy rain like in our country, the rubber will age and lose its water-proofing effect faster than in other markets. When the rubber seals lose their effectiveness, rainwater and dirt can get into the car more easily.
Roof rack
Roof racks are quite common equipment on cars, equipped on many car models right from the factory. In particular, car models that are often prioritized to be equipped with roof racks are hatchbacks, crossovers, MPVs, SUVs and pickups.
Besides the effect of making the car look stronger and more powerful, the roof rack is essentially a detail that helps users install additional accessories or a luggage tray on top. Thanks to that, customers who need to carry bulky goods or luggage for long trips and picnics can easily arrange and organize space when the trunk is no longer enough.
However, in reality, the travel needs of most Vietnamese customers rarely require the use of the roof as a storage area. Therefore, this equipment only has the main function of decorating the car. In addition, users also need to have the knowledge to tie things securely on the roof, not causing the car to shake or fall on the road, causing danger.
Seat belt height adjuster
The front seat belt height adjuster allows the driver and front passenger to adjust the seat belt height to suit themselves, without getting entangled.
Depending on the height of each person, you can press a button to move the seat belt height adjuster to different levels. This detail is usually made of plastic, attached to the inside of the B-pillar of the car.
Steering wheel adjustment buttons
The steering wheel position adjustment button, mechanical or electric, is usually integrated above and below the steering wheel, near the steering shaft. With this button, the driver can adjust the height of the steering wheel, some car models can also adjust the steering wheel forward and backward; combined with seat adjustment to create a comfortable position for the driver.
However, in reality, very few drivers use this function, especially personal cars that have been adjusted by the driver from the beginning.
Seat memory system setting button
Similar to the steering wheel adjustment button, the seat memory system setting button is also rarely noticed by users. Simply put, remembering the seat position in the car is a convenient function that helps remember and automatically readjust the seat position that the user has previously set. This function is to help limit the driver's operations when using the car, as well as save time to reset the driver's seat position according to each person's stature.
To use this function, the user must first start the vehicle. Then, adjust the seat cushion, backrest, steering wheel, and rearview mirror positions to the desired position. Once adjusted, press and hold the Setup button (some vehicles are often marked with the letter M), along with the number 1 button right below. After 3-5 seconds, the position memory function will be activated through a beeping sound and a flashing signal light.
Similar to the above steps, you can set the memory position on button number 2 to set for another person who also uses the car. When using, the user only needs to press button 1, 2 or 3 that he has set, then the seat and steering wheel will automatically adjust to the remembered position.
