Much depends on how the driver sits while the car is moving: the ability to maintain working capacity and reaction for a long time, convenience and even life. And if you want to drive a car, not fate by the nose, remember simple rules, which will help you soon become an instructor on the correct fit in the car.
The main thing is that the driver while driving should forget about the concept of "rest" and not rely too much on the concept of "comfortable". Passengers will have a rest, freely stretched out on the places of the same name. As for amenities, they will have to be sacrificed for the sake of security. As they say, he called himself a load - wound up and go. And stop thinking about the fact that the driver can afford the status of a passenger driving a car. This is a self-deception that smacks of first-class non-science fiction.
The majority of drivers sit incorrectly
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To be frank, the sitting posture is considered the most harmful for a person. And since it is impossible to drive a car while standing, we will formulate tips that will minimize stress and always be ready to get out of any emergency with your whole head held high.
So what makes for a good driving position? Firstly, the correct position of the body does not allow the driver to get tired quickly. Secondly, you can always adequately respond to any emergency situation on the road. And thirdly, give your blood circulation a chance, and it will definitely come in handy.
Proper fit: so that the body does not rust
Many people know about the main rule of a competent driving position, but at the same time they persistently ignore it. It says: the back should make maximum contact with the seat back . In order to ensure a proper seating position, the driver must sit down, place his hands on the steering wheel at its farthest point, depress the clutch pedal (in the case of a manual transmission) or place his left foot on the rest area of the left foot, which is also called the “dead pedal”, and adjust the seat .
The back is pressed as much as possible to the back of the seat, arms and legs in a bent state
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The fit should be made in such a way that the arms and legs are slightly bent at the elbow / knee joint. The correct position of the driver's seat cushion can be tested by turning on the farthest gear - third, fifth or parking if we are dealing with an "automatic".
Attention, error!
Many drivers lean over the steering wheel when taxiing. This is very constraining on both forearms, because the hands cannot make a full turn of the steering wheel. Many explain that in this way they improve the view, but this is self-deception. On the contrary, leaning over the steering wheel, you will not only impair visibility, but also reduce the sensitivity of the vestibular apparatus.
Having decided on the longitudinal position of the seat, we proceed to adjust the steering column. Between the legs and the rim of the steering wheel, the palm should easily crawl through. In no case should the steering wheel hinder movement and block the dashboard.
The palm of your hand must fit between the handlebar and your feet.
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Note that we have only just begun, but have already achieved excellent results. It's time to start adjusting the position of the seat back. Whoever tells you what (friends with a hundred years of driving experience and your body, which always strives for comfort), the back should always remain straight . Therefore, the seat back must be positioned at an angle of 90-110 degrees. Do not forget that the back should be in contact with the back as much as possible.
To prevent the center of gravity from “sagging”, make sure that there is free space between the knee joint and the seat cushion
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Make sure that there is enough space between the seat cushion and the knee joint, which would be enough to stick your hand through. This is necessary so that the center of gravity falls on the seat, and does not “sag”. At the same time, with the pedal fully depressed, the leg should remain slightly bent. You need to sit close enough to the steering wheel so that your arms remain bent at an angle of 90 to 120 degrees.
If your hand is in the way of the airbag at the time of deployment, this can lead to quite serious consequences.
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It must also be remembered that the airbag needs at least 25 cm of space in case of deployment.
Checking the distance to the steering wheel is very simple. You need to firmly press your back against the back of the seat and try to put your wrists on the top point of the “donut”.
It is important to accustom yourself to the fact that the steering wheel is never a fulcrum - only the weight of the hands is focused on it. But the center of gravity of the body should be focused on the seat: 70% of the weight falls on the back, 30% on the pillow.
If the wrists lie freely at the top of the steering wheel, then the distance to the steering wheel is chosen correctly
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Feet in the car: a vehicle in a vehicle
It is also important how you place your feet on the pedals. Everything is very simple. First place your left foot on the clutch pedal and your right foot on the brake. Place your heels at the lowest point of the axis of each of the pedals. Then spread the socks to the sides, keeping the position of the heels.
The transfer of feet from one pedal to another must be carried out without lifting the heel off the floor.
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This will allow the toe of the left foot to be on a special place to rest, located to the left of the clutch pedal, and the toe of the right foot to the gas pedal.
This arrangement of the legs provides for the separation of the heels from the floor, which quickly leads to fatigue.
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In no case should you tear off your foot at the moment of transferring your foot from one pedal to another, because this will shift the center of gravity and prevent you from quickly performing this or that maneuver in the future.
Dedicated to drivers with a non-standard physique
We are all different, and our anatomical features sometimes do not allow us to follow this or that rule. For example, what about too long legs? You just need to take the most vertical position, focusing on how comfortable your hands are. Long-armed drivers should lean back a little more and sort of slide down the seat. There is also a minus in this position - be prepared for the fact that the neck muscles will experience more tension.
Seat Adjustment: Sacrificing Small Amenities for Comfort
First, let's figure out what the correct seat adjustment gives us. The main and most important thing is the ability to eliminate all the moments that lead to the loss of the driver's reaction speed, which is so necessary during maneuvering. Including in extreme situations. In addition, if the road is long, the correct position of the seat will contribute to good blood circulation.
We do not tire of reminding you that the main rule for fitting driver's seats is a firm and unquestioning "no!" straight legs and arms. And we'll start by setting up the pillow.
To the sunny world - yes, yes, yes! Straight arms and legs in the car - no, no, no!
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Put your right foot on the brake, and fully depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission) with your left foot or put it on the rest area (automatic transmission). Then slowly move the seat forward until the legs are half bent and tension is felt in the hips. In this case, the right hand should easily reach the far position of the gear shift knob.
Pay attention to the distance between the cabin ceiling and your head. It is very important that it is sufficient. To do this, put a fist between your head and the ceiling - if it passes freely, then everything is fine. Otherwise, lower the seat, otherwise the meeting of your crown and the roof of the car is simply inevitable. And it's not even about an emergency, but about a simple ride over bumps.
If you can't get a fist between the ceiling of your car and your head, it's time to buy a helmet.
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Now let's move on to the back. Experts around the world say that the most comfortable position for the back of the driver's seat is a 10-20 degree slope from the vertical. The back should be located almost vertically and fit as closely as possible to the back of the seat.
Your back should make maximum contact with the seat back.
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Checking the correct settings is quite simple. Try to fully straighten your legs by pressing the brake pedal to the floor. If at the same time the body begins to move up the back, then the back should be placed more upright. If the back is pressed tightly against the back of the seat, then you did everything right.
Look at an ordinary office chair and pay attention to the angle of the back - it has a very slight slope, which allows the worker to use it as efficiently as possible. springy properties of the spine. So, the rule is simple: when setting up the back of the seat, we focus not on a deck chair, but on a good old office chair.
With a headrest, everything is more or less individual
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With a headrest, everything is simple. Its top should be in line with the driver's eyes. Maybe a little higher. There are no clear rules for adjusting the headrest, because you need to take into account the anatomical features of the person behind the wheel. And one more important point: There should be a small free space between the headrest and the back of the head, equal to the thickness of the palm of your hand.
Test exercise
The vehicle controls must under no circumstances be used by the driver as a fulcrum. Once seated, try taking your hands off the steering wheel and lifting your feet off the floor. The body should not lean forward or backward. If this still happens, adjust the seat using all possible leverage adjustments.
Common Mistakes
Leaning over the steering wheel, you will not improve, but only worsen the review
Most drivers know how to properly sit behind the wheel. But, unfortunately, there are many who do not care at all about this. Because it's uncomfortable, because it's too high, because it's too hard. Meanwhile, the correct position behind the wheel not only guarantees safety, but also ensures the comfort of the trip. Below are the most common mistakes.
1. Incorrect grip on the steering wheel.
Many drivers claim that the correct position of the hands on the steering wheel is determined by the conventional hour dial, the role of which is played by steering wheel. All of them are divided into two camps: the first argue that hands should be held at fifteen minutes to three (i.e., at 9 and 3 o'clock), the second - at ten to two (10 and 2 o'clock). The latter are greatly mistaken. Research automobile concerns leaves no doubt about this. Holding hands in position 10 and 2, with active rotation of the steering wheel, the forces are distributed unevenly, and the driver does not have full control over the steering process. The hands located at 3 and 9 o'clock are in the most correct position. A driver who drives a car with one hand while holding the other on the gear lever puts himself in danger, as he will not be able to adequately and quickly respond to what is happening on the road.
2. Straight legs.
This is the most common mistake and has dire consequences in the event of a serious accident. The legs should be slightly bent during the movement, even when the clutch pedal is fully depressed. It is impossible to allow the leg to be fully extended at the knee, and the lower leg and thigh to form one straight line. All the more dangerous is the position in which you have to tear your pelvis off the seat in order to fully press the pedal. In the event of a blow to a straightened leg, the entire impulse is transferred to the thigh. If the leg is slightly bent at the knee, then the impact energy will dissipate: the leg will bend even more strongly at the knee, but catastrophic consequences can be avoided.
3. Head restraint too low.
The headrest is not designed for comfort. First of all, it is an element of safety. Therefore, in Volvo, the head restraints are not adjustable at all, in order to eliminate the possibility of incorrect adjustment. A head restraint set too low is the same as missing. As a result, when hit from behind, there is a sharp whiplash movement of the head back, which leads to damage to the cervical vertebrae. Therefore, the head restraint should be extended so high that its top edge is almost at the level of the top of the head. In this case, in the event of a collision, the head restraint will prevent a long movement of the head. Many of the newer head restraints are also horizontally adjustable. In this case, it should not be located more than 3-4 centimeters from the back of the head.
4. Large backrest.
Racing drivers sit in chairs with the backrest set upright. And this is no coincidence. In this position better control above the steering wheel. In addition, no matter how paradoxical it may sound, but with this position of the spine, the back gets tired less. The main thing is that both shoulder blades constantly touch the back of the seat, regardless of the maneuver being performed. To do this, the back of the chair must have a special bend that prevents the blades from detaching from the surface of the chair even when maximum turn shoulders. Otherwise, at the moment of separation of the blades, the driver will begin to grab and hang on the steering wheel, and will not be able to control it properly.
5. Loose seat belt.
After adjusting their seat, most drivers simply put on their seat belt and hit the road. Meanwhile, the belt must be taut. This situation is often seen in winter when drivers in thick jackets casually put on their belt. Worse, some motorists leave their seat belt tucked behind their back to fool the seat belt warning light. Ideally, the lower part of the harness rests on the stomach, lightly touching the hips. Its upper part should pass through the center of the chest and be located in the middle between the edge of the shoulder and the neck. Even despite the thick jacket, it is necessary to position the belt so that it wraps around the body.
6. Incorrect removal from the steering wheel.
Adjusting the steering wheel vertically and horizontally - an invention recent years. It is of great importance. Large percentage motorists have the steering wheel too close to them. They do this hoping better control over the road. Meanwhile, such an arrangement of the steering wheel can have fatal consequences at the time of the accident. When the steering wheel is less than 35 centimeters from the chest, the airbag is more likely to cause pain and injury than to protect against injury. Therefore, 35-40 cm is the most optimal position: no more and no less.
7. Too high or low landing.
Seats in most cars have a very wide range of adjustments. Many drivers set it as low as possible. This is what young drivers like to do, preferring the feel of driving a low sports car. This is mistake. The lower the driver is, the more limited his field of vision both forward and backward. The most optimal position is one in which the head will be at a distance of 10-15 centimeters from the ceiling of the car. Sitting higher is not recommended due to the dangerous proximity of the head to the ceiling, which can lead to serious injury when the vehicle rolls over.
Correct fit driver behind the wheel allows for excellent visibility, high security and the ability to carry long trips without complications in the form of pain in the back and joints. An incorrectly adjusted driver's seat and an incorrect driving position significantly limit maneuverability and create a number of serious obstacles to full and comfortable driving. The following recommendations will help save lives and prevent the occurrence and development of serious diseases and injuries of the spine.
Why is it important to drive properly?
Some drivers neglect the rules of a competent driving position, arguing their actions for reasons of convenience. However, such violations lead to heightened danger not only the driver himself, but also all passengers of the vehicle.
An emergency situation forces the driver of a car to act instinctively, so just before a collision, his hands usually rest on the steering wheel, and his feet on the pedals or the floor. In the case of straight knee and elbow joints, there is a high probability of injury even with a weak blow. Slightly bent limbs are easier to bear the push, and the risk of fracture will be much lower.
IMPORTANT! It is very important to sit correctly in the driver's seat, because a well-chosen position makes it possible to prevent various Negative consequences such as pain syndrome, posture disorders and a decrease in the speed of response to the occurrence of dangerous and unforeseen situations that may arise on the road.
Therefore, before entering the car, check the correct posture, as well as the adjustment of the head restraint and rear-view mirrors.
Basic rules for a competent driver's landing behind the wheel
One of the basic and the most important rules landings, which are strongly recommended to achieve the maximum degree of safety, are the following: hands and feet should not serve as fulcrum in the event of a collision.
It is also necessary to follow the following rules that can save life and health in emergency situations:
- The position of the back of the driver's seat must be adjusted so that when trying to fully straighten the legs, the body does not move up along the seat. Otherwise, the position of the backrest must be corrected.
- When landing the driver, the power reserve to the edges of the seat should be 2.5-4 cm. It is preferable to keep your knees in a half-bent position at an angle of 120 degrees.
- The head restraint must be adjusted so that it is at the level of the height of the back of the head. The position of the head restraint should be adjusted based on the height and anatomical features of the driver.
- If the driver's seat is adjusted correctly, his spinal column should be in contact with the back surface at three points: the lower back, shoulder blades and lower neck are firmly pressed against the seat.
After driver's seat has been adjusted according to the recommendations listed above, it is necessary to fasten the seat belts (there should be no difficulties with latching), then start the vehicle and drive a short distance. If, when shifting to third gear, the back is in contact with the back of the driver's seat, the landing has been corrected correctly. The backrest angle is affected by the duration of the trip, so they vary in the range of 70-90 degrees.
IMPORTANT! The so-called "taxi driver's position", when the driver of the vehicle literally hangs over the steering wheel or raises the back of the seat in such a way that it barely allows you to hold your back. vertebral column in similar conditions constantly exposed to critical stress, which is fraught with the appearance of chronic osteochondrosis, sciatica and other diseases of the spine.
How to hold the steering wheel
How to hold the steering wheel There must be free space between the legs and the steering wheel so that the palm crawls into it. If the driver's seat is properly organized, the wrist of the straightened hand is in contact with the top of the rim. Control the steering wheel with arms outstretched- a very unsafe occupation.
The basic principles of proper positioning of the limbs on the steering wheel are as follows:
- The hands are above the elbow joints, which should form an angle of 120 degrees.
- It is important to fully wrap your fingers around the rim of the steering wheel. The optimal location of the thumb is on the central crossbar, fixed in a horizontal position (if such is provided for by the design features).
- Elbows should be in a relaxed half-bent position.
- The left hand is placed at the 10 o'clock position (if you imagine the steering wheel as a clock face).
- The right hand should be placed at the position of the hands pointing to 2 o'clock.
Some drivers like to place both hands at the bottom of the steering wheel (17:35 position), which makes it very difficult to maneuver in emergency situations and increases the risk of accidents. Most modern Vehicle equipped with steering wheels, on which there are special ebbs, designed for the most comfortable control. It is necessary to strive to ensure that at the moment the car is moving, both hands are always located symmetrically.
IMPORTANT! In order to ensure the maximum degree of safety while driving, the driver must learn not to let go of the steering wheel even at the time of complex maneuvers. Interception must be carried out in turn, preventing free spinning of the steering wheel.
Features of the correct setting of the legs while driving
First you need to correctly position the left foot on the clutch pedal, after which the right foot is placed on the brake pedal. Each of the heels should be comfortably fixed on the low points of the pedals. Next, the left toe is located on a special rest area, which is located on the left side of the clutch control lever. The right toe, respectively, is placed on the gas pedal. When transferring the toe of the foot from the acceleration pedal to the brake pedal, it is strongly not recommended to tear off the foot.
By moving the chair along the axis back and forth, you need to achieve such a gap that the toe of the left foot can squeeze the clutch all the way, while the knee should be bent, and the heel should be comfortably located on the floor surface.
In order to independently check the correctness of the landing behind the wheel, it is worth conducting such small test: sitting in the driver's seat, it is necessary to tear off the feet from the floor surface, and hands - from the steering wheel. If the torso does not give a serious roll back, forward and or to the sides, such a landing can be considered correct.
IMPORTANT! Owners of long legs need to adhere to the most vertical position in which the arms do not experience discomfort and do not get tired even in the event of a long trip. For those who wear small shoes, it is recommended to use an additional heel support made of high-quality rubber.
On the video about the correct landing of the driver
In order not to hurt your back after driving a car, you need to correctly distribute the center of gravity over the seat, without relying on the steering wheel and pedals. There must be a sufficient distance between the driver’s head and the ceiling of the car so that a hand clenched into a fist can freely pass into it, otherwise there is a high risk of injuring the cervical vertebrae or head when driving off-road and bumpy roads. It is also prudent to leave free place for the central airbag (at least 25-30 centimeters).
Before you get behind the wheel, you need to develop the habit of inspecting the car before leaving. At the same time, the roadway near and under the car is inspected (there may be dangerous objects, animals, children playing), headlights and all external devices alarms, cleanliness and integrity of car glazing, Special attention is given to the condition of the tires and the degree of their inflation.
How to get into the cab of a car
With the left hand we open the door, we become the right side to the seat. Then we put our right hand on the upper arc of the steering wheel and at the same time bring our right foot into the cab to the brake pedal, crouching on our left foot and moving the body back. At the same time, the left hand holds the door from closing and rests on it. Sitting down on the seat, you bring your left foot into the cab and place it to the left of the clutch pedal. The right foot is on the brake pedal.
Handlebar Distance: Better Close or Far?
So, you got behind the wheel. Now you need to properly position yourself on the seat. Some commit big mistake sitting too close to the steering wheel or almost hanging on it. This leads to the fact that when long drive the driver's hands get tired quickly and, most importantly, he is not able to quickly and freely turn the steering wheel if necessary. Not experienced driver sits instinctively close to the steering wheel, as it seems to him that in this case the situation is more visible. However, visibility and visibility from this do not improve, but the speed of the steering wheel is deteriorating. In addition, having no back support, such a driver gets tired faster.
Car seat adjustment
Modern cars have longitudinal and weight adjustment of the seat, backrest angle and steering wheel adjustment. This allows, taking into account the individual characteristics of the physique of the driver, to customize workplace taking into account the convenience of management and ensuring traffic safety. Proper seating helps reduce fatigue during long rides, provides freedom of movement and maximum view, allows you to make minimal mental and physical effort to drive a car.
First of all, you need to learn how to properly adjust the seat for height. To do this, sitting on the seat (the back is completely adjacent to the back), adjust it so that the legs freely reach the pedals in the pressed state. In this case, the angle in the knee bend should be 120-150 ° (for cars), and the outstretched, not fully extended arm (left) with the wrist touches top point steering rim. Once you have reached this position by adjusting the seat, then adjust the seatback so that it rests completely against your back. In this position, adjust the seat belts: your hand should fit tightly under the fastened belt at chest level. Install the head restraint so that it prevents the head from moving backwards and rests with the middle part against the back of the head.
Safety belt
Check at fastened belt safety, ease of use of the switches on the instrument panel, the gear lever, the position of which can also be adjusted to height on passenger cars.
Correct driving position
When properly seated, the back of the head and spine are in line, close to perpendicular to the floor (75-90° depending on height). Psychophysiologists have found that such a posture of the driver allows you to keep your attention longer in difficult traffic conditions.
Why you need to know how to sit behind the wheel
The driver's correct posture is especially pronounced when cornering, when a lateral force acts on him. At the same time, an experienced driver holds the steering wheel, as if slightly pushing off from it and clinging more tightly to the seatback, which makes it easier for him to resist the effects of lateral force. Inexperienced driver on a turn with an incorrect landing hangs on the side sector of the steering wheel. Moreover, if the car does not fit into the turn, then turning the steering wheel can be very difficult and inconvenient, because, firstly, the hands are in an uncomfortable position for turning the steering wheel, and secondly, the steering wheel is used by the driver as a fulcrum to maintain balance.
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01/13/2015 04:43:23 PM, Bert Garage
It would not be superfluous to supplement the article with such important nuances like choosing accessories and jewelry before driving a car. Unlike men's accessories, women's accessories are much larger and brighter. If the brightness of the accessories does not matter, then the value is unambiguous. The fact is that accessories should in no way interfere with the driver when driving a car. If the accessories interfere and annoy their owner, then the concentration on the road drops very much, which causes the risk of a traffic accident. Therefore, accessories should be stylish, modest and appropriate.
the car in his article even leads the angles, but only here is the request of who in real life will measure them. You need to sit behind the wheel so that it is comfortable and your back does not get tired - that's the whole science.
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Many drivers have ever driven in long journeys. And then, due to the wrong landing, the back began to ache, the legs swell and it was generally impossible to straighten up. It is especially difficult for truckers who spend their whole lives on long-distance flights.
Many people do not attach importance to this trifle, and in vain. After all, the correct landing behind the wheel can not only save your health, but also increase safety. How? Imagine what happened emergency situation, at which collision can no longer be avoided. At this moment, each driver tries to group, pressing his feet to the floor and grabbing harder on the steering wheel. But if the legs remain straightened, then injuries will be provided even with a weak collision. Well, besides, if you sit behind the wheel correctly, you can completely avoid some emergencies.
In this topic, we will talk about what can be done so that driving a car does not cause discomfort, so that it does not interfere with health, increases safety and brings only positive emotions.
Driver's seat adjustment.
A properly adjusted seat will turn even long trip, in very comfortable travel forget about back pain. Many people make the mistake of raising the chair so high that it only supports the back, or “hanging” on the handlebars. All this adds additional stress to the spine, which then may make him sick. Correct driver contact with the seat must be complete.
You don't have to push the seat too close to the handlebars as it can "ride" your legs. Most best position this is when, with the pedals fully depressed, the legs still remain slightly bent.
A properly adjusted seat back should be in contact with the driver's back at three points: in the lower back, shoulder blades and lower neck. This not only creates comfort for the back, but also ensures safety. When cornering, the driver does not slip in the seat, but holds tightly in it. Try this. Straighten your legs and rest them on the floor. If you seek, at the same time, to move up, the backrest needs to be made more vertical. It must be remembered that the seat should carry 30% of the load of your body, the rest should fall on the back.
Now, a few words about the headrest. A very convenient thing, however, most drivers do not use it quite correctly, namely, they raise the head restraint only to the level of the neck. It is very dangerous, since upon impact, especially if they enter from behind, you can get a fatal fracture. It is best when it is at the level of the back of the head, and it (the back of the head) is in line with the back and shoulders, at an angle of 110 degrees.
Hand position and handlebar adjustment.
The steering wheel, in a vertical position, should be adjusted so that a hand can easily pass between it and the knee. In a horizontal position, we set everything so that the part of the rim, on the underside, is in contact with the wrist with the arm outstretched.
Equally important is the correct position of the hands on the steering wheel. Finding the best position will not be difficult, just do not forget that on modern cars, airbags are installed in the steering wheel hub. And this is dangerous because a strong recoil occurs upon impact, and pillow can throw hands in your face. Therefore, try not to keep your hands in those places. And in general, on modern steering wheels there are so-called tides that allow you to comfortably take it.
The hands should not be much higher than the elbows, as the hands will tire quickly. Now about determining the distance between the driver and the steering wheel. Everything is simple here, the hands should calmly reach the top of the steering wheel rim, and the hub should be directed not to the stomach, but to the face. Also, try to freely engage the farthest gear.
Seat belt adjustment.
And it should be properly configured. The seat belt should not pass at the level of the throat, I think there is no need to talk about the consequences. The best option, this is its passage from the shoulder through the chest. As for the tension, it should be possible to freely put your hand through it and your chest. It is this tension that is the best, as it does not tighten the chest.
So let's sum it up. In order to ensure the correct fit behind the wheel of your car, you need:
1. How to adjust the driver's seat.
2. Since a lot depends on the position of the hands on the steering wheel, it also needs to be adjusted correctly.
3. Correct adjustment rear-view mirrors will also help get rid of discomfort. After all, when maneuvering, you often need to check with them.
4. Install the head restraint correctly on the seat. This will help (God forbid, of course) to avoid serious injury in a collision.
5. The seat belt should not be tight around the neck, should not be very loose, but at the same time, it should not be too tight.
6. Remember that the right foot should always be on the gas pedal, and if necessary, immediately move to the brake. Also, if you decide to change your car, it takes some time to get used to it, as each car has a different pedal stroke.
