Why do people sit so close to the steering wheel?
Why do people sit so close to the steering wheel? Usually, drivers sit too close to the steering wheel because of their height. Sitting closer may allow shorter drivers, especially those under 5' 5”, to see above the wheel more clearly.
Is it 10 and 2 or 9 and 3 for driving?
Hand position on steering wheel You probably learned to keep your hands at the 10 and 2 o'clock positions on the steering wheel. Today, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends drivers put their hands at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions.
Why do people sit so low in their car?
Sitting lower in a vehicle derives from motorsport where lowering the sprung weight (ie everything on board) lowers the centre of gravity and aids handling. As an aside to that, the view is far more dramatic from the eye to the vanishing point if you are viewing the road ahead from a low position.
Where does the most important person sit in a car?
The most important passenger gets to ride shotgun in the front passenger seat. These people include the driver's parent, significant other, or boss. The second most important person sits in the curbside back seat, and the third most important passenger would ride in the other side of the back seat.
What hand position is not best for driving?
According to AAA, positioning your hands at 10 and 2 is no longer the best way to grip the steering wheel. In fact, it can be downright dangerous. Holding the wheel at 10 and 2 is a remnant from an era before power steering became standard on all vehicles, when turning required more force to get your wheel to move.