Which foot is the brake?
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For manual transmission, the leftmost is the clutch, the middle is the brake, and the rightmost is the accelerator. For automatic transmission, the left is the brake and the right is the accelerator. Here is some introduction about the brake: 1. Brake pad: Also known as brake lining, in the braking system of a car, the brake pad is the most critical safety component, and all braking effects are determined by the brake pad; the brake pad is generally composed of a steel plate, a bonded heat insulation layer and a friction block, among which the heat insulation layer is made of non-heat conducting materials for the purpose of heat insulation. 2. Friction block: Composed of friction materials and adhesives, it is squeezed against the brake disc and brake drum during braking to generate friction, thereby achieving the purpose of vehicle deceleration and braking.
As someone who often accompanies beginners during practice drives, I've noticed that many new drivers initially struggle with identifying the pedals. Remember, whether it's a manual or automatic transmission, the brake is always positioned slightly to the right of the center, and you should only use your right foot to press it! The left foot should either rest on the footrest or only operate the clutch (if it's a manual transmission). There's a good reason why the accelerator and brake are close to each other—it's designed so you can pivot your right foot from the heel to press either pedal without moving your heel. Never use your left foot to brake; it can destabilize your balance and might lead to accidentally pressing both the accelerator and brake simultaneously. I've seen beginners do this and almost cause a rear-end collision. Developing muscle memory is crucial because in an emergency, there's no time to think about which foot to use.
