How to Distinguish Between Brake and Accelerator?

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MacIris
07/30/25 10:39am
The method to distinguish between the brake and accelerator is: both automatic and manual transmission vehicles have the brake on the left and the accelerator on the right. Many people confuse the brake and accelerator, which is common even in manual transmission cars. However, automatic transmission vehicles do not have a clutch, only the brake and accelerator, both controlled by the right foot. As long as both feet are not used simultaneously, the likelihood of confusion is actually lower. Important notes: Many drivers are not unable to distinguish between the brake and accelerator but may panic in emergencies and mistake the accelerator for the brake. Therefore, it is crucial to stay calm and not panic in emergencies. Precautions for brake and accelerator usage: 1. Both the accelerator and brake should be pressed and released gently to avoid sudden speed changes that could lead to loss of control. 2. The clutch and accelerator should not be pressed simultaneously; releasing one before pressing the other is necessary to prevent excessively high engine RPM.
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