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10 car features that we don’t appreciate enough: Speed alert, TPMS, rear defogger and more | Times of India

Imagine if you also had to turn off the indicator every time after taking a turn, this standard feature across all cars goes unnoticed most of the time but offers a convenient driving experience.

Another overlooked but often useful feature is the distance to empty reader on your car’s instrument cluster. This is especially helpful when travelling to remote areas where refuelling needs planning. Tpms For Trailer Tires

10 car features that we don’t appreciate enough: Speed alert, TPMS, rear defogger and more | Times of India

Despised by most drivers, the audible speed alert in new cars helps drivers stay under the legal limit and contributes to safer roads.

Often unnoticed, the speed-sensing auto door lock features add protection for the occupants inside the vehicle.

While in India, the rear defogger might get rarely used. It is a boon to have in cold weather situations when you need a clear view of what’s happening behind you and the windows get fogged.

Apart from offering a blingy entrance into your vehicle, a puddle lamp also helps illuminate the ground around the vehicle and helps avoid any ditches or puddles of water.

Safety features like traction control, ABS and EBD help your car maintain control under emergency braking, slippery roads and other on-road scenarios that can prove to be fatal.

This simple but useful feature helps in dark areas, where you need illumination to walk down safely for a short time.

A gear shift indicator system helps new drivers operate a vehicle more efficiently and avoid over-revving and damaging their engines.

10 car features that we don’t appreciate enough: Speed alert, TPMS, rear defogger and more | Times of India

Tire Monitor Tool While we never see it, the TPMS system alerts drivers if a vehicle has a puncture well before they encounter a flat tyre. This can be a life-saver during long road trips.