Thousands of people are asked about features and technology while a new vehicle is in development, but it's not the only feedback automakers consider.

Dealership representatives, fleet managers and customers all play integral roles, relaying their thoughts about current product and hierarchy of needs in future product - including what they wish they had and what they're willing to part with.

During the development of the battery-electric Mercedes-Benz GLC, a company spokesperson told Newsweek U.S. dealer representatives requested that the company provide a safe storage area in the car for handguns. Mercedes-Benz delivered.

Though you won't find it listed as such on any window sticker, the ability to safely lock the vehicle's glove box, rather than the center console, was strategically

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