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The Edsel offered several innovative features, among which were its " rolling dome " speedometer, warning lights for such conditions as low oil level, parking brake engaged, and engine overheating, as well as its Push-button Teletouch transmission shifting system in the center of the steering wheel ( a conventional column-shift automatic was also available at less cost ).

Other Edsel design innovations included ergonomically designed controls for the driver and self-adjusting brakes ( which Edsel claimed as a first for the industry, even though Studebaker had pioneered them earlier in the decade ).

The Edsel also offered such advanced safety features as seat belts ( which were available at extra cost as optional equipment on many other makes ) and child-proof rear door locks that could only be opened with the key.