Is it okay to place decorations on the car's center console?

[OElias]

Placing decorations on the car's center console is theoretically possible, but in practice, it is not recommended for safety reasons (especially for hard items). Here are some drawbacks: 1. Distracting the driver: It affects visibility. For example, if the driver's view is blocked by the decoration or their attention is drawn to it while driving, they may easily overlook the current road conditions, making it difficult to stay focused and increasing the risk of accidents. 2. Safety concerns: If the decoration is not securely fixed, it may scatter or fall during sudden braking, potentially damaging the windshield or injuring passengers. It may also slide into the brake pedal area, interfering with braking. 3. Impact on airbags: The airbag is located beneath the center console. In the event of an accident, if the airbag deploys, it can be extremely dangerous.

[AaronLee]

As someone who has long been concerned about driving safety, I believe placing ornaments on the dashboard is a major taboo. Not only can they obstruct your view and make it difficult to see road conditions, but they can also become dangerous projectiles in an accident. If an airbag deploys, a hard ornament can instantly fly toward passengers, causing secondary injuries. I've seen relevant data showing numerous injury cases caused by small objects. Additionally, some regions have traffic regulations restricting clutter inside the vehicle, and penalties may apply for unsafe driving practices. While personalization is appealing, safety should always come first. It's best to choose safe locations like the inner side of the window for decorations or simply forgo them altogether. Keeping the dashboard clear allows you to focus more on driving and reduces the risk of distractions. Remember, a smooth journey is far more important than pretty little trinkets.

[ColeFitz]

As a father of two, I strongly oppose placing any ornaments on the dashboard. A clear line of sight while driving is essential—even a small toy or decoration can obscure important signs or pedestrians, potentially causing accidents. In the event of sudden braking or a collision, those small objects can become dangerous projectiles, possibly injuring children in the back seat. Once, I placed a small ornament that reflected sunlight, nearly causing me to misjudge a turn. Since then, I only use safe accessories like phone mounts, ensuring they don’t interfere with airbag zones. Car safety is no joke, especially when traveling with family. For the sake of your children’s safety, keeping the dashboard clean and simple is the most reliable approach. A simple adjustment to decoration habits can prevent many unnecessary risks.

[OMila]

I'm the kind of young car owner who loves to tinker. When I first bought my car, I was so excited that I filled the dashboard with all sorts of little trinkets, trying to create a unique style. But after experiencing it firsthand, I found it caused endless troubles: the summer heat made plastic decorations warp and stick to the instrument panel, and they would get washed away easily during car cleaning. While driving, the glare from the reflections was distracting, and occasionally, I'd get so fixated on them that I nearly had minor accidents. The worst incident was when I had to brake suddenly, and one of the decorations flew up and hit my arm, leaving a bruise. As cool as it looked, the risks and consequences were too great. Now, I opt for safer alternatives, like hanging small ornaments from the rearview mirror. Personal style can be expressed, but never at the expense of safety.