Are Vietnamese drivers driving in the wrong position?

There are mistakes that have become inherent in the Vietnamese driving community, such as placing hands on the steering wheel or adjusting the seat.

To operate a car safely, efficiently and comfortably, without fatigue or risk of accidents, in addition to driving skills, the driving posture plays an important role. Placing hands on the steering wheel, adjusting the seat or rearview mirror all need to be done most accurately.

The correct answers to the questions below are referenced from safe driving experts of car manufacturers in Vietnam as well as around the world, through documents or direct consultation at safe driving training sessions.

1. When driving in a straight line, what is the safest way to hold the steering wheel?

9:15

10 hours 10 minutes

10 hours 15 minutes

Depends on each person's preference

2. When cornering, which steering wheel position is most proactive?

Pull not push
(When entering a corner, use the hand on that side to pull the wheel)

Push not pull
(When turning left, use your right hand to push the steering wheel and vice versa)

3. What is the appropriate distance from the shoulder to the steering wheel?

Full arm stretch

The closer the better

Distance so that the elbow angle is about 100-120 degrees

4. How should the thumbs be placed on the steering wheel?

Hold on to the wheel

Lean on the steering wheel

5. How should the outside rearview mirror be adjusted?

The more rear end you can see, the better.

The lower the rear wheel visibility the better.

Expanding the market to avoid blind spots

6. Should the driver's seat back be upright or reclined?

Erect

Lean back

7. What is the position between the buttocks and back to avoid back pain?

Create space in the corner of the seat fold

Sit tight, back pressed against the corner of the chair.

8. What distance should the accelerator and clutch pedals (if any) be at?

Stretch out when pedaling

The closer the better

Knee flexion angle is about 120 degrees

According to VNE