As a person gets older their eye sight diminishes and they lose the ability to see colors. These glasses simulate cataracts and glare sensitivity. As you age you lose tactile sensitivity, so we put on rubber gloves and you start to notice that you need bigger knobs and things you can easily grasp because as you age tactile sensitivity starts to diminish. Better drivability, better maintenance. But manufacturers aren't the only ones getting in on the action.
Suppliers stand a chance to make a lot of money.
What we're trying to do is minimize the amount of bend for occupants. We try to make things come to the occupants so you don't have to reach in. That's part of comfort and convenience. We have a cart system to take in and out without removing the items from the cart. While the automobile manufacturers and suppliers are busy researching ways to compete for the mature market, let's remember that safety is a priority to mature drivers.