The ideal driving position - setting the seat, steering wheel and mirrors

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4 жыл бұрын

Getting the correct driving position is essential for good car control and will ensure you have a good view of your surroundings. In this video, I explain how you can achieve your perfect driving position and the common mistakes people make.
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@FerretsForever94 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, thanks. I have anxiety and ADHD, so I'm ALWAYS second guessing what I know and learn, having something I can fall back onto and check is genuinely very helpful.

@ConquerDriving 3 жыл бұрын

I'm happy to hear I'm helping!

@julialittlefield86 2 жыл бұрын

Me and my entire 12 Hour Dr. today being short and not really sitting in my car and not knowing what the fuck is wrong

@CastIronGinger Жыл бұрын

me too, thanks for the insight. I hope you conquer your fears and become the best version of yourself!

@jasminegikandi8366 Жыл бұрын

You've 100% described what I feel while driving..plus driving on Kenyan roads makes it worse since we have the craziest drivers. I dread driving and most of the time prefer to take a bus to work.

@RT22-pb2pp 10 ай бұрын

really you trust a video over your own thoughts, jeez you need help

@HarunOKUDUCU 4 жыл бұрын

Really the best driving teacher, I have watched almost your all videos and they are very helpful. No one explains it this way. Thank you so much.

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@natesamadhi33 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, definitely the best teacher. He might be the only person who has a playlist that actually goes in order of how you're supposed to learn. AND goes in real depth.

@renatocosta811 10 ай бұрын

Fits perfectly rear-facing in our truck, which has a slightly smaller back seats. kzfaq.infoUgkx6_FKRYB2ClSPRyjcd8HptiCS3EiQoNX4 Feels as comfy and plush as our Graco Contender carseat

@slyfer5321 8 ай бұрын

Mate, you are a GEM for us student drivers who don't get this type of education from our current instructors. Thank you for all that you do.

@ekaterinagoloviznina8187 4 жыл бұрын

The best combination of professional approach and easy communication from such a cute instructor! Thank you for sharing this!

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome and thank you for the compliment!

@loganjohnson8010 3 жыл бұрын

Simp

@TehDuckOfDoom 3 жыл бұрын

@@loganjohnson8010 Jelly

@vertus6127 2 жыл бұрын

@@loganjohnson8010 🤣

@eclipsez0r 2 жыл бұрын

Need some water?

@PASSATCL 5 ай бұрын

I have my licence for almost 10 years now and I'm not even from the UK. But this channel is full of good advice for us foreigners as well. Turns out that I usually have my seat too far back and too much reclined. Spent about 20 minutes finding the perfect position as described in the video and I think it should be all right now. You do get a more in control feeling with this driving position.

@geebee6737 Жыл бұрын

I've been driving over 45 years and learnt in a car with column change and a bench seat , seriously comfy armchair motoring and found modern cars a little uncomfortable. Serviced every year by a 3 foot 6 mechanic who always alters everything he can in my car I normally struggle to regain some sense of normality. Your tutorial has taught an old dog new tricks , thank you 👍

@nonodlamini 4 жыл бұрын

I've actually once searched for this topic lol nice tips

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@biglou1186 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to driving with the new adjustments. Hopefully it will help with body aches and fatigue. Thank you

@angrysocialjusticewarrior 3 жыл бұрын

me too. These Mzansi so called "roads" will give you serious back injuries if you are not sitting properly in that Polo vivo/Tazz

@nanaaba1373 2 ай бұрын

Just to let you know I passed my test today 17.04.24,Time 11:11. I ve followed for months now you are doing an amazing job. God bless

@hackboy89 3 жыл бұрын

This is how you explain the seating position in a car. Perfect.

@Keithllzj94 3 жыл бұрын

Coming from a teacher, you're a really really good teacher. Kudos!

@victoriagrayson5082 9 ай бұрын

I LOVE how he says what he means, how he means it. That's really cool. Make no mistake, it really is. He's able to convey his thoughts and feelings with his words and body language very well. If someone like that is who's teaching you something, BE THANKFUL, and absolutely don't take it for granted. That is a teacher to be treasured. Thank you so much, sir.

@MyKyle7 11 ай бұрын

I have some many years ago, give up trying to learn to drive... because instructor by me kept repeating lessons on purpose to get more money out of me, so a was not progressing. But am now seeing these lessons put on KZfaq, that if a start watching them... it will help me learn plenty to feel I can give it another shot at learning to drive, before spending actual cash out.... that this time round, I will know more than a did before, a lot more. These videos are brilliant, just brilliant !!.

@FlashX25Media 4 ай бұрын

FINALLY in the passed but still watching crowd! Your content has been so helpful and I still find myself watching occasionally to keep it fresh!

@sisam1724 2 жыл бұрын

I like how you really break things down for your students. You really don't take anything for granted in your explanations. That's great for a beginner.

@aakash4351 11 ай бұрын

Thank you brother for your videos. I live in India and 99.99% people know nothing about driving even the driving instructor. Your videos helped me a lot. After i got my first car and sat on it, I immediately felt confident. I can reverse park the car in between lines and this is coming from a person who never drove the car. Thanks man.

@quinnobi42 2 жыл бұрын

I love how much detail you go into for how to adjust everything. Here in the US, my driving instructor pretty much just said to adjust the seat until I'm comfortable. Particularly helpful for me as a tall person with a shorter torso was that I shouldn't just put the seat to the minimum height. Also, the bit about half sky, half land for the side mirrors was really helpful because they didn't even mention adjusting them up and down.

@lubakrayets6989 Жыл бұрын

Same, my instructors only advised for me to be comfortable. No actual information provided. If we crash and die at least I'll be comfortable I guess.

@shoyrushoyru Жыл бұрын

yeah its pretty stupid, "be comfortable" to a person who doesnt know what they should even be able to see or feel in a car literally doesnt mean anything.

@teammmx 3 жыл бұрын

I love how perfectly clean your car is on the inside. And you're a great teacher 😌

@ConquerDriving 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I do keep a mini hoover in the car.

@aliceyellowdog 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! A tip on the wing mirrors that I learned (SAE, Car & Driver "How to adjust your mirrors to avoid blind spots") is to aim them slightly outward to catch your blind spots. You should be able to see an approaching vehicle from behind in your rearview center mirror, then as the vehicle leaves that mirror it should be picked up in the side wing mirror. Finally as the vehicle leaves the wing mirror, you should see it outside your side window. There can be a learning curve to this setup for drivers who are used to using their side wing mirrors to see behind them (use center rearview mirror instead). I also still look over shoulder to confirm blind spot is clear.

@nmestre2 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not even British but I still do watch your lessons AND BOY you're a very good teacher! Thanks a lot for your effort, mate!

@melinuxf00l Жыл бұрын

I'm American and have been driving going on 21 years, and I can say that I have learned from his videos. Some of it may have been covered when I went to driving school, but it was such a long time ago that it doesn't hurt to have a refresher now and then.

@mollielouiseomahony3335 Жыл бұрын

My instructor couldn’t tell me how to set the mirrors… I had to figure it out and use the road books. I have two lessons left and this is the only video that actually helped me

@kirbsmeister2 2 жыл бұрын

My tips if you're driving for long periods: even the slightest twist of your lower back to reach the clutch will cause aches after hours of driving, so move a touch closer if you need to. Also if you can angle the seat it creates less strain if your hips are a touch higher than your knee, I.e. sloping down slightly towards pedals is better than slightly up. Finally, make good use of the foot rest next to the clutch to keep your lower back firmly pressed into the seat.

@silverjay4455 2 жыл бұрын

I had an issue this morning where my ankle was in a bit of pain to reach the clutch. Maybe my seat was too high haha

@Mitchlovejoy 9 ай бұрын

My car doesn't have the option to tilt the seat pan and i feel like this is why im getting pain in my right hip and lef when im ising the accelerator.

@theofungi6562 11 ай бұрын

I always get esencial well explained tips from you that make a huge difference to my driving lessons. Mate, you save me about 10 mins fraffing per lesson - 10 lessons = 1 hour 40 = about 60 quid!

@Yuyu-wm5or 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly this is really helpful, I already know most of these tips and tricks as my dad is helping me learn. But it's cool to see someone *actually* put in effort in teaching people how to drive a car safely, keep it up :D.

@mariamatei7655 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly the most helpful video ever especially when explaining the automatic car positioning as some people have been telling me I am too close based on the fact that they all drive manual and have learned to set the difference based off of the clutch. Thank you for your videos

@sterlingarcher7101 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this man! Really enjoy your manual for beginners guides as I’m in American stationed in England and finally bought a manual transmission car to learn.

@larrycadle2258 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂. I had no idea steering wheels moved in and out sometimes. I knew they moved up and down. I’ve never been able to adjust my wheel up and down in my Nissan, and then I found this video! It moves in and out! Been driving with poor visibility on my dials for two years! Also set a nice proper clutch distance with my leg, and with the arm and steering wheel since it moves in and out. The car is now perfectly set to my needs! Love your videos! Thanks again!

@ja7461 2 жыл бұрын

This guy has to be the best instructor on youtube!

@297Lynn 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Richard. I’ve just started my first driving lesson and your video helps me strengthen the memory.

@ceee8998 2 жыл бұрын

just wanted to say you're a really good teacher and i'll be watching your videos to make sure i'm driving the best way I can in my first car - passed my test a decade ago but didn't drive after getting the license and only recently got back into driving and have now bought a car so am really wanting to drive safely whilst looking after my car!

@ciaranstevens5089 3 жыл бұрын

I am someone who, in March 2021 will be able to start taking lessons. My theory test is something I know I will do well on but I have never driven before. This video and all of the other ones are SO useful. Thank you.

@ConquerDriving 3 жыл бұрын

I'm pleased to hear you think the videos already useful.

@gayansapuge4008 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly my story as well.So helpfull

@missjenny2907 2 жыл бұрын

I can't thank you enough. I am a short person and was having a terrible time keeping comfortable while driving. So much so I couldn't drive more than 20 minutes without all my muscles in my ribs and back jamming up. I tried every arrangement possible, even adding pillows and wedges. It was aweful. I came across your video and when you were showing how to adjust the steering wheel, bells started going off in my head. I had no idea I could pull the steering wheel closer to me. Bingo. Now I can drive comfortably again. When I had my car detailed they changed up my seats and my steering. Thank you so much. This was becoming debilitating, you saved my life.

@tobyntoby 3 жыл бұрын

My instructor didn't even mention anything about the true/ shrunken image issues. Despite learning it from experience myself, I wish it was mentioned in my first driving lesson. Thank you for this little detail about mirrors!

@habtomkiflay3247 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Richard. None of my instructors have told me about these important aspects of driving. It helps a lot. Keep it up😍😍

@rosifm6108 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard , you are Amazing teachers

@seagosg6824 2 жыл бұрын

The best instructor, always come to your channel when I need help Been driving for about 2 weeks and I still need all the help I can get. Got my driver's licence about 2 years ago

@benjamineastwood5616 3 ай бұрын

SAE recommends placing side view mirrors further outward, to where you can’t see the sides of your car. While you don’t have your car as a frame of reference, you significantly reduce your blind spots by closing the gap between the edges of your rear view mirror and side view mirrors. great content as always!

@illyriandescendant7963 10 ай бұрын

You're simply a brilliant teacher and of course, it goes without saying, a fantastic driver. Thank you very much!

@DenisNolan 3 жыл бұрын

Recently got a new golf and noticed my legs and back were getting pain. This video has been the clearest and concise version I have found that I can easily follow for making seat adjustments. Currently testing out the new adjustments having come from a very comfortable MK5 golf driven daily with no pain ever.

@palomavevideos 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't find better videos. I'm in Colombia and we drive on the other side, but still this has given me fantastic information. Just love it :)

@Sucker4Pain 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. As a beginner manual driver, you’re going over everything. Thank you

@ConquerDriving 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, I'm glad the videos are helping you.

@FranciscoGomes-bt2iw 4 жыл бұрын

Richard I'm in south africa I just encourage you to not stop helping drivers. coz the roads seem nightmare but with your help we will conquer and make it thanks man keep up you just make my day possible

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words.

@valensmann Жыл бұрын

Best instructor out there. I have my license and still learn new things from your videos.

@penegakkeadilanpembasmikej5022 Жыл бұрын

OMG , you have no idea what great favor you did for me because of your teaching May God bless you and your family

@chenyl0525 4 жыл бұрын

Amongst the many car seat adjustment videos on YT, I must say that this video is easily the most informative and direct. Good job! 👍

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@MominSoliman 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, the best instructor ever, very precise and to the point and non of the excessive talk that drivers us mad, very good and helpful. Keep it up we love the vids

@ConquerDriving 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺

@vgopal8701 2 жыл бұрын

Anticipating something from your videos. But you give even more best information in all videos.... Great mentor. Hats of to you....

@darthmamba519 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Been watching your lessons for few months. It has helped me drive manual smoothly and now your video helped me drive comfortable lol.

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you and you're welcome.

@brianmupindu 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best video ever on driving. Everything is on point especially the angles of the camera. It makes everything looks real 👏👍🔥

@susan3645 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Richard! My car is low and my legs are long. Was having a lot of trouble adjusting the seat and steering wheel. Just the help I needed!

@marialochinietrocio9091 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are by far the best driving lesson…it consicely describe the what, how and why 👏

@missmiserablemarny1597 7 ай бұрын

This is a real game changer,i felt soo much more confident when driving after testing this.Not cramped up and slightly uncomfortable as usually,i never found the good spot.But after this vid and the leg hold one i have improved my driving dramatically...thank u,i wish other teachers explained this stuff like u,its super important for newbies!

@KerlindaBlah 2 жыл бұрын

This is really useful for a learner driver like me. Have been searching for a video like this. You explain things very well.

@smj7246 3 жыл бұрын

This video should be standard for all driving schools. Thank you very much, from a driver of 10 years.

@AnthonyWabo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the mirror advice, i found myself always a bit unsure if i got them set up optimally. Best and most informative driving channel on youtube.

@ashishh1323 8 ай бұрын

Very helpful video for both new & experienced drivers.

@emzzz06 Жыл бұрын

This is such a helpful video. I'm learning at the moment and the amount of detail you put into this video is extremely helpful. Thank you so much!! Great teacher.

@Shithappenswhenu 2 жыл бұрын

Initially on seeing time stamp I thought this was going to be too long a video , but happily surprised Nice informative video with thorough explanations. Probably the best I've seen.

@tikax2085 Жыл бұрын

Really helpful, I didn’t know how to set my side mirror and middle mirror. Your videos are really helpful. Thank you

@jinsijasi4180 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much from my heart. Your videos clarifies all the queries in my mind

@fatmatekagac5008 4 жыл бұрын

My fav channel atm! I have a photographic memory and been struggling to find decent stuff online :/ I normally never bother signing in let alone subscribing to channels but logged in & subscribed to this channel in no time! Thank you, you’re great!

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, I'm happy to hear that 😊

@mkproductions5608 Жыл бұрын

My driving instructor actually didn't give answer to this question after I asked. I absolutely love your videos

@alishabukhari2000 2 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful, thank you Richard, you explained it really well. The thing I liked was that you were explaining things one step at a time and trying to make it as simple as possible. :) :) :)

@habtomkiflay3247 3 жыл бұрын

U r legend Rich! None of my instructors told me these tips. Thank you

@hankscorpio6924 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah same here, when I bought my car(hatchback) I kept on slipping the gears going from 2nd to 3rd. Its only then I realised my seating position was very bad, I kept on adjusting my body and my legs was out of position and not the seat I thought it was me being 6ft.

@MsAfrocomb1 2 ай бұрын

😊 Honestly mate, you deserve an award!! You exemplify going above and beyond for your audience 🏅💯

@mythravarun 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a mil for your videos. You think of every possible question I have and i am really glad to stumble on your videos.

@ibo1137 4 жыл бұрын

Setting the seat, in a seat 😃.

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

😂

@mahneh7121 7 ай бұрын

Thorough and crystal clear explanation. Thank you.

@honestpearls3040 2 жыл бұрын

Tanks for ur teaching i passed last September, am grateful i used alot of ur videos, n it makes me spend less

@sarahlindseyanderson1474 Жыл бұрын

Your impression of somebody with long legs is really funny. I’m watching this to prepare to teach a neighbor how to drive. Thanks

@argonxenon6839 4 жыл бұрын

Awsome vid, I have a licence for about an year and I still see it useful, I used other system of adjustements but I think yours is better. Big LIKE from me. :)

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words, means a lot!

@ihatemickiegee 5 күн бұрын

i usually show more than 10% of the car because i like to see who’s behind me better; can’t see it very well otherwise. other than that i really appreciate your tips, i actually found it due to someone’s recommendation on reddit when i was looking up why my under-thighs are hurting after a long day of driving lol. i def have bad posture but try to improve that w my seat, i think how far or close my seat is it’s what impacting my legs though so again, thank you !!! (i’m an american w a hybrid automatic so a bit diff than yours, my left leg just kinda has to chill there and ive realized im not placing it right either and it’s straining it.) Ur the best!

@sirhenry617 3 жыл бұрын

So comprehensive. Thumbs up

@thespicyspicey 3 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work, mate! You're *the* best!

@QuranStepByStep Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Richard I have past my test on 21 October 22 I watched allot of you videos they are very helpful thank you again ⭐⭐

@ConquerDriving Жыл бұрын

That's great news, thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!

@UrzuaNicolas 2 ай бұрын

this channel is gold, thanks for your videos man!

@dct124 2 жыл бұрын

Very good video, most people have no clue how to setup a seat in cars or trucks.

@craig2921 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for making this video. It helped me get a better idea of how close I need to be seated with the clutch

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@aswinbabukaruvally6459 8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for the solid guidance. Will be applying this on my car tomorrow early morning

@OffeibeautyNaturals 2 жыл бұрын

You are the best driving instructor on KZfaq

@azifahahmed4462 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Your video really helped me a lot. I got my manual license last week on my first attempt. So happy

@ConquerDriving 2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

@Car_Accelerations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks alot brother , i have the same seat FR SC MT , your tips really helped me , even some people say that i sit too close but iam only 1.71 cm tall ...

@noordar990 Жыл бұрын

i love the way u explain driving .. im a learner and it is benefitting me alot

@rameenalawi3224 3 жыл бұрын

The best explanation ever...🔥🔥🔥🔥 Thank you so much sir ❤️🙏🌹

@jpna8223 Жыл бұрын

Taking a practical driving course tom! Thank you for this!

@misshyperalphafemale Жыл бұрын

I wish you were my instructor ❤️ a so detailed explanation, thanks a lot

@gautammure 3 жыл бұрын

Man, why the hell did I not subscribe to you before!?!! Incredible illustration. And you use words to the T>> Cheers mate keep 'em comin'.

@ateebjohns6636 4 жыл бұрын

You ve nailed it completely for me no more doubts.

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Sergeofsocal Ай бұрын

Thanks for the video man! I’ve now perfected my driving experience lol

@luna5788 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Richard! Your videos have helped me so much during lockdown, I actually don't feel that anxious about my lessons starting up again which is brilliant! So thank you for these easy to grasp and helpful vids! 😊

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, I'm happy to hear I've helped you.

@preciousprecious6859 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the videos haven’t started my lessons yet but they give me confidence

@edwardlunn6975 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have a 400 mile trip tomorrow so this will help. Thank you!

@ConquerDriving 2 жыл бұрын

That's a long way, get comfortable.

@rosifm6108 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard, you are Amazing teacher

@senthilkumaravel1830 2 жыл бұрын

Nice explanation. Glad that I see this video now before giving test.

@coppilcus 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing content and quality, you don’t have enough subscribers! Greetings from Mexico!

@bryanguegan4006 4 жыл бұрын

I needed this, good explanations as always, thanks!

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome ☺

@markbolam1383 4 жыл бұрын

excellent instructor great for when your learning to drive

@ConquerDriving 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TazTheGiant 2 жыл бұрын

I'll try and do what you said. I have long legs and a normal body and sometimes if I don't adjust right I have difficulty controlling the brakes with sensibility. Thanks for the video

@GMa-ep7wh Жыл бұрын

You are sooooooo good at teaching this. Amazing!

@thinkoutsidethebigbox1002 3 жыл бұрын

Great Demo and well on points. Great stuff!

@ytbusernamelol 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!! Million timess!!! Watched a lot of videos, still watching other ones, will even re-watch some of them when i like. Thanks man!! Appreciate!! Happy 2024 btw!