If you're referring to the A-pillar that runs along your windshield, you might want to re-consider since it looks like you are here in the US... In which in its case, it will have a side curtain airbag in the location you are speaking of.
The only place I can think of at the moment for any type of gauges would be right on top of your dash board, in the lower cubie under the HVAC controls, or on your steering wheel column....
The only place I can think of at the moment for any type of gauges would be right on top of your dash board, in the lower cubie under the HVAC controls, or on your steering wheel column....