What Are the Hazards of Using Car Seat Cushions for Height Increase?
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The hazards of using car seat cushions for height increase are that during emergency braking, the inertia of the body leaning forward can easily cause the driver to lose stability on the seat and collide with the steering wheel. Women can drive in thin-soled, soft casual shoes or sports shoes, with heels not exceeding 3 centimeters and ankles free to move, allowing easy switching between the accelerator and brake. The following are descriptions of shoes that should not be worn while driving: 1. Flip-flops: Whether they are hard sandals or soft flip-flops, the shoes are not securely fixed to the feet, making it easy for the feet to slip out or for the shoes to get stuck under the floor mat or pedals, affecting braking. 2. High heels: Stiletto heels are particularly dangerous for driving, as they are prone to getting stuck, and the high heels make it difficult to maintain balance and control the pressure applied to the pedals, leading to delays in switching between the accelerator and brake, which is very dangerous. 3. Platform shoes: Fashion-conscious women may prefer thick-soled platform sandals or boots, but these shoes are cumbersome and create a thick 'barrier' between the feet and the pedals. The heels also feel as if they are propped up, making it hard to gauge the pressure applied, resulting in inflexibility when switching between the accelerator and brake.
I've always thought using car seat cushions for height adjustment is quite unreliable. Firstly, it raises my line of sight too high, making me feel like my head is almost touching the roof while driving, which destabilizes my posture and leads to misjudging distances. Secondly, in case of a collision, the airbag that's supposed to protect my chest might only hit my abdomen or become ineffective due to the elevated position, making it even more dangerous. The seatbelt would also be too loose to properly restrain my body, increasing the risk of injury during a rollover. Another issue is the long-term discomfort—driving like this causes severe back and waist pain because I have to hunch over to reach the pedals, resulting in awkward posture and constant muscle tension. Lastly, the restricted view slows reaction times, making it harder to hit the brakes or accelerator promptly in emergencies, significantly raising the risk of accidents. I genuinely don't recommend using these cushions for daily driving.
