Does the central dashboard of the Jingyi car affect driving?
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The central dashboard of the Jingyi car does not affect driving. Other factors that influence driving are as follows: Climatic factors: Adverse weather conditions such as strong winds, rain, heavy fog, intense sunlight, snow, and ice often severely reduce vehicle performance and obscure the vision of drivers and pedestrians, thereby affecting driving safety. Road factors: Poor road design, excessively narrow roads that affect the safety of meeting and overtaking vehicles; substandard road construction quality, where road surface strength, smoothness, and anti-skid performance fail to meet specified standards, and high trees in median strips at intersections obstruct visibility. Pedestrian factors: Pedestrians of different ages and conditions exhibit varying behaviors. Elderly people may move slowly, children may panic when encountering vehicles, and mentally ill patients might suddenly run in front of a car, all of which can easily impact driving safety.
From a safety perspective, having the dashboard in the center of the Jingyi does somewhat affect the driving experience. I was used to the traditional position in front of the steering wheel, and now having to shift my gaze to the central area was initially distracting, especially in urban traffic or during rainy and foggy conditions. However, the advantage is that the instrument panel is closer to the eyes, making it quicker to read fuel levels and speed, avoiding the need to look down, which might help reduce fatigue. In the long run, most people can adapt within a few weeks, with the main impact being the initial learning curve. It's recommended to keep the front windshield clean and take regular eye breaks. After driving a friend's car with this setup for half a year, I found the impact manageable and not a safety issue.
I've been driving for over a decade and tried the center-mounted instrument panel on the Jingyi car. At first, it felt awkward having to turn my head to check the speed, but after getting used to it, it turned out to be quite good—information is displayed directly, reducing the time needed to shift focus. The actual impact lies in adaptability: beginners or older drivers might take some time to adjust, with a bit more distraction during gear shifts or reversing. However, the core of driving is still focusing on road conditions, and the adjusted instrument position didn't cause any misoperations. I tested it in rain and snow, and visibility wasn't an issue; the button layout is reasonable and doesn't tire your hands. In short, it's a slight change to driving habits. I recommend a test drive before buying to see how it feels personally.
