12/06/2026
1st driving lesson coming up? 😮🚗
Here is our ultimate tip to get you started: Get to know your pedals! 🤔
A great trick to remember them from left to right is C-B-A (Can’t Be Arsed! 👀) in a manual car.
Here is what they actually do:
A – The Accelerator (Gas): Found on the far right.
Fun fact: This isn't actually the pedal that moves the car from zero! It simply feeds fuel and air into the engine to make you go faster. You will use it when setting the gas and on those tricky hill starts.
Always press this gently with your right foot. 🦶
B – The Foot Brake: Found in the middle.
This does exactly what it says on the tin—it slows you down and brings you to a stop. Squeeze it gently at first, then add a little more pressure as you come to a stop(just like squeezing the brakes on a bicycle).
Only use your right foot for this!
C – The Clutch: Found on the far left.
This is the magic pedal that connects your engine to the gearbox and wheels to make the car move.
How to find the "Biting Point":
1️⃣ Press the clutch all the way down with your left foot and engage 1st gear.
2️⃣ Lift it up slowly—the width of a pound coin at a time.
3️⃣ When you feel a slight vibration, the car dips/lifts, or the engine sound changes... you've found it! Hold it still here for a second or so alongside setting the gas as the car moves!
Every car feels a bit different so don't worry if it takes you a few attempts thats completely normal!
⚠️ This pedal is strictly for your left foot!
Good luck with your 1st lesson! 🍀🤞You've got this.
