There are a ton of tech and safety features in cars now — things like lane assist, brake assist, and blind-spot indicators — that can either lend a hand to you while you drive with your family or distract you. "There are people who prioritize different features," Teresa said. "Some people love lane assist because their children are distracting and it provides an extra level of safety. Most people are just happy to have the extra features for peace of mind." You know who you are as a driver — and who your kids are as passengers — so be sure to address all of these features in each car you look at.
A few things to ask yourself as you shop: Do you find any of the tech features distracting? If so, can you turn them on and off easily? Is not having a certain feature a deal-breaker? If your kids were being distracting in the back seat, would a certain tech feature put you at ease?
