> > "archer" writes: > > > > > It's only logical that with nearly all cars being > > > automatic nowadays, the brake should be operated by the > > > left foot and the accellerator by the right foot. Trying > > > to both stop and go with one foot is what confuses people > > > who aren't mechanically inclined.
> > Using one foot forces you to RELEASE the throttle when you > > engage the brake. If you put the brake where the clutch is > > supposed to be, then people who are accustomed to a manual > > transmission would be punching the brake. > > > > If you can't stop and go with one foot you have no business > > behind the wheel of a car. > > > > -- (presumably Allen, but not signed) > I disagree stongly. Your reaction times are much faster using > 2 feet. > > Pete There have been a tests the prove otherwise - but I suspect that they were with people who were not accustom to driving two-footed. But that reaction time looses value if the driver forgets to release the fuel control pedal. It's not possible to make the task of driving idiot proof!! Nor do I think it is a "unalienable" right. -- Philip _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com