How Many Feet Should Be Used to Drive an Automatic Transmission Car?

[DeHaley]

An automatic transmission car should be driven with one foot. Use the right foot to control both the brake and the accelerator. It is crucial not to use the left foot for braking and the right foot for accelerating. Whether it's a manual or automatic transmission, the right foot should always be used to control the accelerator and brake. During normal driving, the left foot should rest on the floor in a standby position, while the right foot controls the accelerator. Reasons for using one foot to drive are as follows: 1. The brake pedal and accelerator pedal are very close to each other. Operating both pedals with two feet can be very awkward, causing discomfort as the legs are squeezed together. Additionally, the left foot is generally less agile than the right foot. Precise braking force is required when applying the brakes, and the left foot lacks the precision of the right foot. 2. In an emergency situation where sudden braking is needed, the left foot may not be able to press the brake pedal all the way down. Using both feet simultaneously during emergencies can lead to confusion between the brake and accelerator, increasing the likelihood of errors.