2020 GMC HD Reveal

ksss wrote:
I would agree that there are features that at first seem frivolous but end up rather nice to have. That for me would be a heated steering wheel. Thought it was a gimmick, but my wife's Buick had it and turned out I really liked it. Now I check that box on everything that I buy that has it as an option. That Buick also had a push button start. Could never get used to it (granted never used the car much) but was unable to get my head around the need for it. These new trucks apparently have it, certainly not a make or break feature for me and if I could delete it I would. Doubt that is an option however. I really don't see it as a feature that creates a lot of convenience. Same with the push button gear selection or turning of a dial on the dash to operate the auto tranny, don't see that as a benefit either.

I can see a push button start being really valuable for someone who does lots of stop/starts in a place where they sometimes leave their vehicle (like a delivery driver). Hit stop, hop out and your truck will still be there when you get back. Then jump back in and hit start. Police vehicles is another one. Ideally they could all be programmed to start from any officer's fob. Someone who has a button start will have to comment on personal use where it is helpful. I'm sure there are some cases.

Moving from levers to buttons for things like transfer cases and transmissions can free up floor, console or steering wheel space. It's also likely easier to produce globally since right-hand drive just means a different dash & wiring harness.