What to Do If You Keep Mistaking the Gas Pedal for the Brake?

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MacMaya
07/29/25 8:11pm
When not pressing the gas pedal, keep your foot on the brake pedal to develop good driving habits. Here are some tips to avoid mistaking the gas pedal for the brake: 1. Place your right foot on the brake when not pressing the gas: While driving, make it a habit to place your right foot on the brake when not accelerating. This helps prevent confusing the gas pedal with the brake. If you rest your right foot on the floor when not accelerating, it may feel more relaxed, but in an emergency, you might struggle to locate or accurately press the brake, leading to mistakenly pressing the gas instead. 2. Develop good driving habits: For new drivers, the main reason for accidents involving mistaking the gas for the brake is insufficient familiarity with the vehicle or lack of established good driving habits. Staying calm in unexpected situations is crucial for safe driving.
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