OWN THE ROAD WITH AUTOTRADER, EPISODE 26: CAR FEATURES WE CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT

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In this episode of 'On the Road with AutoTrader', hosts Dan and Jodi discuss essential car features for Canadian drivers. They highlight must-haves like heated seats and steering wheels, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay for navigation, the practicality of 40-20-40 split seats, a physical volume knob, and doors that cover rocker panels to prevent dirt ingress. Conversely, they express disdain for features like sunroofs, which they find reduce headroom and are rarely used, and massaging seats, which they find uncomfortable. Other less-loved features include heated armrests, ventilated seats (though acknowledged as improved), and overly complex, branded sound systems that offer little real benefit. The hosts also touch on the impracticality of camera washers and the long wait times for popular hybrids and EVs, advising viewers to secure purchase agreements with fixed prices.