Is the central control clock exclusive to Mercedes-Benz cars?
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Not only Mercedes-Benz cars have a clock on the central control panel. Many mid-to-high-end cars feature clocks on their central control panels, such as Rolls-Royce, Cadillac, Bentley, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and other models. Door lock switch: Most central control switches consist of a master switch and sub-switches. The master switch is installed on the driver's side door, while sub-switches are installed on other doors, allowing individual control of each door. Door lock actuator: The central lock actuator is used to execute the driver's commands to lock or unlock the doors. Door lock actuators come in three types: electromagnetic, DC motor, and permanent magnet motor. All these structures change polarity to reverse their movement direction, thereby performing the locking or unlocking action. Door lock controller: The door lock controller is a control device that provides pulsed current to the door lock actuator for locking or unlocking. Regardless of the type of door lock actuator, they all control the left or right movement of the linkage by changing the direction of the current, achieving the locking or unlocking of the door.
As an experienced driver who has driven many cars, whether it's Mercedes-Benz, BMW, or ordinary domestic models, I've noticed that dashboard clocks are actually quite common. For example, Mercedes-Benz models are often renowned for their retro-style clocks, which look luxurious, but they are by no means the only ones; Lexus and BMW's mid-to-high-end models also come standard with similar clock designs. Some older Japanese cars like the Toyota Camry also integrate a simple clock into the dashboard, making it convenient to quickly glance at the time while driving, thereby improving road safety. In modern cars, this has become a small detail to elevate the interior's premium feel, and I personally appreciate this practical feature. Economy cars like the Honda CR-V also display the time on the central display, although not in the form of a standalone clock. In summary, dashboard clocks are widely present across luxury and ordinary cars alike, with Mercedes-Benz being just one representative example—don't be misled by brand impressions. If you've tried other brands, you'll realize this isn't an exclusive feature.
