What does flooring the accelerator mean?
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Flooring the accelerator refers to pressing the accelerator pedal all the way down when starting the car, which is highly detrimental to the vehicle and is not recommended for drivers. Right after starting the engine, the temperature is not very high, and the engine has not yet fully reached its normal operating temperature. If the accelerator pedal is pressed to the floor at this point, the engine speed will rapidly increase, leading to accelerated wear on the engine. Additionally, the transmission system has not yet reached its optimal working state immediately after startup, and a rapid start can damage the transmission system. Flooring the accelerator is commonly seen in certain car races, such as drag racing, where drivers may use launch control or flooring the accelerator techniques for quick starts.