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Where is the accelerator pedal in an automatic transmission car?

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SanJayden

07/24/25 7:43am

In an automatic transmission car, the accelerator pedal is located on the right side. Automatic transmission cars only have two pedals: the left one is the brake pedal, and the right one is the accelerator pedal. The accelerator, also known as the throttle, is the control device that regulates the engine's power. The position of the throttle is controlled by the driver in the cockpit through the throttle lever, which is transmitted to the carburetor or fuel regulator on the engine via control system components such as rods, rocker arms, torque tubes, cables, pulleys, and sector gears. Automatic transmission typically refers to the car's automatic gear-shifting mechanism, where the control system of the automatic transmission selects the appropriate gear based on the engine's speed and load during driving, replacing the driver's subjective judgment and gear-shifting operations.

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StPhoebe

08/11/25 3:24am

As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I'd like to remind novice drivers to pay special attention to this: The accelerator pedal in an automatic transmission car is in the same position as in a manual transmission car - it's the rightmost pedal, which you can press with your right foot while seated in the driver's position. The leftmost pedal is the brake, and the middle is usually just a footrest - this differs from manual transmission cars which have a clutch pedal. Never confuse which foot to use - while driving, keep your right foot ready near the accelerator pedal, and immediately move it to the brake if you need to stop. Automatic transmission cars mainly rely on just two pedals: the accelerator for speeding up and the brake for slowing down or stopping. During practice, develop the habit of using only your right foot for both pedals - don't use your left foot for braking and right foot for accelerating, as this can lead to mistakes and fatigue. Beginners should consider practicing with an experienced driver a few times to get comfortable - there's no need to rush.

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