Are Vietnamese drivers using the wrong driving posture?

There are some mistakes that have become ingrained 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 the risk of accidents, in addition to driving skills, posture while driving plays a crucial role. Proper hand placement on the steering wheel, seat adjustment, and rearview mirror adjustment are all essential.

The correct answers to the questions below are based on information from safe driving experts of car manufacturers in Vietnam and around the world, through documents or direct consultations at safe driving training sessions.

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

9:15 AM

10:10

10:15 AM

It depends on personal preference.

2. When cornering, what is the most proactive way to control the steering wheel?

Pull, not push.
(When turning, use the hand on the same side as you steer.)

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 shoulders to the steering wheel?

Full arm extension

The closer the better.

The distance should be such that the elbow angle is approximately 100-120 degrees.

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

Grip the steering wheel tightly.

Lean on the steering wheel.

5. How should the exterior rearview mirrors be adjusted for visibility?

The more car tails we see, the better.

The lower you can see the rear wheel, the better.

Expanding the market avoids blind spots.

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

Erect

Lean back

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

Create space at the corner when folding the seat.

Sit tightly, pressing your back and buttocks against the folded corner of the chair.

8. What should the distance between the accelerator and clutch pedals (if applicable) be?

Extend the pedal all the way when pressing it all the way down.

The closer the better.

The knee bend angle is approximately 120 degrees.

According to VNE