Bench Seats
Bench seats used to be a common sight in cars, especially in the past. These seats, often found in the front row, were designed to accommodate three passengers side by side. They provided a sense of togetherness and spaciousness, allowing families and friends to ride comfortably together. However, over time, bench seats gradually disappeared from mainstream car designs. Instead, bench seats provided the path for automakers to invest in center console design (via CNBC).
It’s been stated in the automotive press that bench seats could potentially make a comeback in electric vehicles. The design and functionality are still something that some consumers yearn for even though it’s extinct. It’s interesting to see how the technology of the past has shaped the cars that we’ve got today.