Driving Technique - Manual
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Driver position
The driving position is a fundamental element of driving technique. The way we sit behind the wheel often causes an avalanche of other technical errors caused by the wrong position. On the other hand, the correct position guarantees efficient and safe work of the driver both in normal driving and in extreme situations.
When determining the correct driving position, the first step is to setting the distance between the seats. This distance is set so that both legs are slightly bent with the clutch and brake pedals fully depressed. This is a very important element that affects the correct operation of the legs when controlling the pedals while moving. In an emergency braking situation, most drivers push the brake pedal to the floor with all their might. If the legs are fully extended at the moment of impact, this guarantees severe fractures of the limbs. The bent leg is more easily exposed to the forces of impact, and when retracted, it creates a chance to save the bones. Remember that while driving, the foot with which you squeeze the clutch should rest against a support (near the wheel arch) or against the floor. It will be a mistake if he always rests on the clutch pedal. Increasingly, car manufacturers are equipping seats with the ability to Height adjustment. The seat height is adjustable to provide maximum field of view. This feature is important to improve travel comfort. However, it should be remembered that the distance of the head from the ceiling should not be sharply small. It is dangerous to do this on bumps or when tipping over.
The next step is to set it up. back spacing. Leaning the maximum possible surface of the back against the back so that both shoulder blades are adjacent to it, grab the steering wheel from above with your hand (at 12 o'clock). Adjust the distance so that the arm is slightly bent at the elbow. In a situation where the adjusted backrest forces the position of the outstretched arm at the elbow, the driver cannot quickly and effectively control the steering wheel in case of danger, for example, when exiting a skid.
In modern driving technology, there is a tendency to reduce the reaction time when driving. The driver must be able to respond as quickly as possible to a given stimulus, such as an obstacle on the road. When driving, we must perceive the stimuli emanating from the car, as much as possible on the surface of the body. "Read the Way". Each delay in pulling up the steering wheel, moving the foot to the brake pedal is precious seconds and meters traveled. When arranging a chair, one should not forget about comfort. However, let's keep in mind a certain hierarchy.
Safety and efficient operation first,
convenience later.
When arranging a chair, one should not forget about headrest adjustment. The height of the headrest should be adjusted so that the top of the headrest reaches the top of the head.
