Experience to avoid mistakenly pressing the gas pedal that drivers should know
Accidentally stepping on the gas pedal is a common mistake among car drivers, however, drivers can limit mistakes if they form the habit of operating properly.
Know the location of the brake and accelerator pedals
New drivers are still quite "vague" about the location of the accelerator and brake pedals on a car, especially when switching to a new car. The location of the accelerator and brake pedals on manual and automatic cars is different.
Therefore, before starting the car, the driver needs to adjust the steering wheel to have the most comfortable sitting position. Then carefully observe and get familiar with the position and feeling of the brake pedal and accelerator pedal.
Aim for the middle
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drivers should make it a habit to aim for the center of the brake pedal when applying the brakes. This helps to create a habit of remembering and reduces the risk of confusion.
Vacuum does not leave the car floor
While driving, placing your feet correctly will help the driver perform operations more conveniently. To avoid accidentally pressing the accelerator, the driver needs to keep the heel from leaving the floor of the car. The ball of the foot should be used to control back and forth between the brake and accelerator pedals.
If it is a manual transmission vehicle, the left foot takes the position of the clutch pedal. With an automatic transmission vehicle without a clutch pedal, the left foot is still placed in the same area as a manual transmission vehicle but in a resting state, not operating or doing anything.
The right foot handles both the brake and accelerator pedals. And the rule of thumb among experienced drivers is "when you take your foot off the accelerator, you must touch the brake." That means the right foot can only do one of the two tasks (either the accelerator or the brake) at a time.
Wear suitable shoes
Shoes have a significant impact on the ability to control the car. For women, wearing high heels will make operations difficult. For men, wearing slippers will cause the accelerator and brake pedals to slip off the pedals. In addition, driving barefoot is also not suitable because it will cause the driver's feet to hurt if driving for a long time.
Therefore, drivers should use flat, thin soles for easier operation and a more realistic feeling. If you have to wear high heels, you should have a pair of suitable shoes in the car specifically for driving.
Concentrate
Drivers should concentrate on driving until they come to a safe stop. They should not engage in other activities that may cause distraction, such as eating, drinking, or getting things while driving.
In addition, drivers must also maintain a relaxed state of mind when driving. Do not drive when you are too emotional or lose your temper. In this case, it is best to pull over to the side of the road, take a deep breath and only drive when you are calm.
Circumspect
When backing into a parking space or driving on a narrow road, drive slowly and carefully, especially in unfamiliar areas.
