Should You Keep Your Foot on the Accelerator While Driving?

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VanAmy
07/30/25 8:59am
You don't need to keep your right foot on the accelerator all the time. Only place it on the accelerator when you need to accelerate, and move it to the brake pedal when not accelerating. The dangers of keeping your foot on the accelerator continuously are as follows: Unable to perform emergency avoidance: In emergency situations, you may not be able to prevent many accidents. Misoperation: You might confuse which pedal you're pressing, and in sudden events, the driver may not react in time, posing significant safety risks. The correct driving method is to keep your foot on the brake when not pressing the accelerator.
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