Which Side is the Brake and Which Side is the Accelerator?

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DiSkylar
07/28/25 5:51pm
In automatic transmission vehicles, the left pedal is the brake, and the right pedal is the accelerator. Automatic transmission vehicles do not require the driver to manually shift gears, so they do not have a clutch pedal, only brake and accelerator pedals. When driving an automatic transmission car, only the right foot is needed. It is extremely dangerous to place the left foot on the brake pedal while driving, as it poses significant safety risks. Here are some precautions for driving an automatic transmission car: 1. Use the right foot for both brake and accelerator: Both the brake and accelerator are operated by the same foot, typically the right foot. This design is for safety reasons, as in emergency situations, people tend to panic, and this design enhances safety. 2. Maintain balance when braking: When pressing the brake or accelerator, the body needs support to maintain balance. When the right foot is on the pedal, the left foot can stabilize the body on the floor. If both feet are placed on the brake and accelerator separately, both feet will be in a semi-suspended state without a stable point of support, which can easily lead to unstable braking or acceleration.
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