Which One is the Accelerator in an Automatic Car?
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In automatic transmission models, the left pedal is the brake, and the right one is the accelerator. Here are more details: 1. The accelerator and brake in automatic cars are relatively simple: there are only two pedals located below the driver's seat and the console, arranged from left to right as the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal. Both are controlled solely by the right foot. The gear shift is positioned in front of the center armrest on the right side. 2. Design principle: The main reason for this design is that the accelerator is used more frequently, so placing it on the outer side of the right foot provides a more comfortable posture for the driver. The brake is set on the inner side of the right foot, with the brake pedal slightly higher than the accelerator pedal, allowing for quicker reaction times.
When driving an automatic car, I noticed the accelerator is the pedal on the right—stepping on it makes the car speed up. The left one is the brake, which you press in emergencies to slow down. Beginners often confuse them, so I practiced in parking lots to get familiar with the difference: the accelerator feels light and responsive, while the brake is firm. A tip: some cars have differently colored pedals, with the accelerator often brighter. Accidentally hitting the wrong pedal can be disastrous—once in the rain, I nearly crashed into a wall because my leg trembled and hit the wrong one. So, before driving, settle in and learn the pedal layout. On long trips, alternate feet naturally for rest instead of keeping them rigidly pressed.
