Automakers: Steering Wheel Mute Buttons Please

Jan 17 2016

I’d like more vehicles to offer this tiny feature, because it makes a big difference… so much that I’d consider it a key differentiator when cross-shopping this segment.

A steering-wheel Mute button, to instantly kill the radio.

Because if you must snap into hyper-focus,
first instinct is to shut the music off.

This button is the most efficient way, your left thumb is always beside it.

Which is why it’s puzzling to me that this button is very rare.

Every day I drove this SUV, I used it several times.

I can count on one hand the number of vehicles I’ve tested that have one.

I think they should all have one.

Found on a 2016 Hyundai Tucson.

Wish this Feature was Found on New Cars

May 8 2015

Steering wheel radio-station seek button.

Haven’t seen this in a new car, but why not? Cruising along while cruising through FM is the best.

It’s a 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

It’s a rare moment where I like an old car.

One of my Favourite Car Features is so Simple

Apr 28 2015

This bar.

It elongates the sun visor, increasing possible areas you can shade. Not found on all cars.

Found on a 2015 Buick Regal.

All Vehicles Must Contain These Features

Apr 1 2015

From posts and seats, to manuals and lights, all passenger vehicles must contain certain features according to the CMVSS – Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard.