What is the best way to drive an automatic car with a walking/cast boot on your right foot?

John C

As an expert driving instructor of 25 years, I've got the fix for you. There is a simple device available for drivers to use their left foot only (my best friend was born without a right leg below the knee).

The device is a left-side gas pedal which bolts directly to the floor board of the car all though for a temporary situation, I personally would bolt it to a small piece of plywood and place it on the floorboard.

The device (left-side gas pedal) is really simple to install. I looked up a business that sells them but I'm sure you would be able to find a used one really cheap.

http://www.handicapvehicle.com/Gas_brakes.html

It only takes about 10 minutes to get used to using your left foot on the gas and brake. Your smoothness on the gas and brake will come after a few days.

I hope this helps and it really is the safest option.

Lili

I don't think there is a best way. I don't think there is a safe way. My advice is to not drive until you have the doctor's release to do so.

And, please do follow the doctor's orders in caring for your foot/leg, and in any therapy involved. Many people mess up their broken limbs permanently by not following doctor's orders!!! You only get one pair of legs, so treat them well.

Best of success, Lili

tvm209

The safest way would be to have someone else drive - but I have a feeling that is not an option you are willing to consider.

They do have hand controls which can be installed in most automatic vehicles. I guess it depends on how long you will have the cast and how much you are willing to spend. They install them in the cars of paraplegic patients to enable them to be independent. Not too expensive - and much cheaper than collision repair.

ottomatic11

don't. find someone to drive for you. if you have a fairly large boot then that can cause problems if you have to brake suddenly. you may get stuck and possibly injure yourself even more. left foot driving is possible but many people are not used to driving with the left foot so they are too rough on the pedels. this causes problems for people driving around you and youself (if seen by police)

kiteracer

From my experience, just use your left foot and drive as carefully as possible. I once saw a guy steering with his left foot and pushing pedals with his right (he had no arms) so anything goes with a limitation.

Ducky

This is actually illegal in most states. If you get pulled over you can get a ticket for reckless driving as it clearly states in most state laws that you are to have your feet on the floor and in the correct positions at all times. It is actually even illegal for a passenger to not have their feet on the floor.

Dennis in Central Florida

Teach your left foot to drive temporarily.

The Godfather

i think hirin a taxi wud be better and wud cost less than ur life...

Kiffin # 1

You might be able to manage using your left foot, although it is probably better if you check with a physician to see if it is feasible or advisable. I'd try to find a driver, if I were you. Maybe there's a college student available who would like to earn a few dollars as a temporary chauffeur.

Amanda Y

Probably not a good idea to drive at all. I tried driving when I had a boot on my left foot from a broken foot/ankle, and even that was difficult. The heaviness and awkwardness of the boot will make it more difficult to manuever as you need to.

Scott H

Legally, you shouldn't. You drive with your left foot instead. Just don't get in an accident.

talon699

Left foot only. Sorry about your foot/leg. Gets pretty tricky at first , but it`s a kick once you get used to it. Broken leg/arm at the same time. living in the boonies, and on my own, driving a manual 4x4 pu. Used a stick for the gas.

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