How to Control Your Steering and Speed When Driving

In this video, we'll guide you through the fundamental skills of steering and speed control when driving. Whether you're a new driver or looking to brush up on your skills, these driving tips will set you on the path to becoming a more skilled and responsible driver.

Here's what you'll learn in this video:

👐 Steering Technique: Nine and Three for Precision
Discover the safest and most effective way to steer. Learn why placing your hands at nine and three, thumbs pointed up, provides the ultimate control. We'll delve into the benefits of using the bottom of the wheel for smooth and secure maneuvering, as endorsed by seasoned race car drivers and experts.

🦶 Proper Foot Position on the Pedals: Your foot positioning on the accelerator, brake, and clutch pedals is crucial for a safe and efficient driving experience. We'll explain the basic techniques for optimizing pedal control and preventing common mistakes.

🚦 Speed Calibration: Staying within Safe Limits
Calibrating your speed to match the limit is key. Understand the nuances of using the ball of your foot and big toe for precise acceleration. Learn how to apply just the right pressure to the gas and brake pedals, ensuring a safe and controlled driving experience.

🔄 Navigating Turns with Finesse
Explore the art of making turns with finesse. From 90-degree angles to subtler adjustments, master the techniques that keep your driving smooth and controlled. Understand how to position your hands and execute turns with confidence, even in narrow or challenging spaces.

🅿️ Perfecting Parking Lot Maneuvers
Fine-tune your skills in a controlled environment. Practice controlled steering and speed management in a parking lot setting. Gain confidence in tight spaces and prepare for real-world driving scenarios.

🛑 Safety First: Pedestrian Awareness
Learn the importance of pedestrian safety and how your controlled speed and steering play a vital role. Discover techniques to anticipate and respond to potential hazards, ensuring a secure driving experience for all.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:54 How to Steer Properly
03:13 Speed Control
03:54 The Best Foot Position For Driving
05:58 Parking Lot Driving
07:40 Steering & Speed Control Tips
10:25 Summary

Correction:
03:57 Here we mistakenly highlight the heel and not the ball of the foot (which is the padded portion of the sole between the toes and the arch). Sorry for the confusion!

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This video is meant to help learner drivers in the United States by receiving help from seasoned driving instructors and drivers education professionals. Remember that legislation and driving laws can vary from state to state. It is your responsibility to verify that the information presented in this video is in accordance with the laws specified in your state’s driver's handbook. The creators of the video cannot be held liable for any consequences caused by any information that is in any way inaccurate, misleading, or deemed to be lacking in any way. The creators of this video cannot be held liable for any person failing their behind-the-wheel test or written test. It is the responsibility of each person driving a vehicle to make sure that they are driving in a safe manner within the limits of the law.