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

[@FerretsForever94]

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]

I'm happy to hear I'm helping!

[@julialittlefield86]

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]

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

[@jasminegikandi8366]

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]

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

[@HarunOKUDUCU]

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]

Thank you.

[@natesamadhi33]

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.

[@slyfer5321]

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]

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

[@ConquerDriving]

You're welcome and thank you for the compliment!

[@loganjohnson8010]

Simp

[@TehDuckOfDoom]

@@loganjohnson8010 Jelly

[@vertus6127]

@@loganjohnson8010 🤣

[@eclipsez0r]

Need some water?

[@missjenny2907]

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.

[@gtm_1131]

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.

[@FlashX25Media]

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!

[@Fibonacci6060]

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

[@sisam1724]

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.

[@quinnobi42]

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]

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]

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.

[@geebee6737]

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]

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

[@ConquerDriving]

Thank you

[@biglou1186]

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

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

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

[@victoriagrayson5082]

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.

[@missporridge8251]

Finally, a fully comprehensive explanation of how to set everything up! Thank you for this detailed video!!

[@mollielouiseomahony3335]

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

[@teammmx]

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

[@ConquerDriving]

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

[@hackboy89]

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

[@larrycadle2258]

😂😂😂😂😂. 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!

[@pavankrishnab1]

I learnt driving in India by only watching your videos without attending driving classes ... you are my virtual guru

[@svmwasthesheet1971]

Bro 😂

[@wcdwiw]

Ji

[@currsed6795]

this guys is impeccable in his field, never seen anyone better

[@theofungi6562]

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!

[@aliceyellowdog]

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.

[@sadafs.7413]

This is the best video I’ve seen on how to set up drivers seat and steering and mirror in a car. I was developing back pain from driving and knew something with my setting had to be off. This helped me know the correct way to set everything now, I am very grateful that you made this video.

[@ciaranstevens5089]

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]

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

[@gayansapuge4008]

Exactly my story as well.So helpfull

[@297Lynn]

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

[@nmestre2]

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]

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.

[@nanaaba1373]

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

[@ah6382]

Tips?

[@FranciscoGomes-bt2iw]

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]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@DenisNolan]

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.

[@ja7461]

This guy has to be the best instructor on youtube!

[@habtomkiflay3247]

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

[@rosifm6108]

Thanks Richard , you are Amazing teachers

[@mkproductions5608]

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

[@SteveTheFollower]

I love this guy. I have over half a million miles driven for fun in 8 years and my massage therapist made me realize I’ve been driving in the wrong seat adjustment for all that time. I’m trying to do better and this video is pretty much all you need for new drivers and experienced alike

[@SanthoshSachithanantham]

Most of it were just common sense. Needed someone like you to put in right words and presentation.

[@vgopal8701]

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

[@user-oc1rn3ft1b]

14:17 *BEST advice, i never used the middle mirror, and when i was in the exam i failed because of that.* I thought that is that there for watching the back passengers, when you talk to them.

[@tobyntoby]

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!

[@illyriandescendant7963]

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

[@kirbsmeister2]

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]

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]

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.

[@penegakkeadilanpembasmikej5022]

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

[@palomavevideos]

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 :)

[@MsAfrocomb1]

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

[@chenyl0525]

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]

Thank you!

[@smj7246]

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

[@Yuyuux]

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.

[@brianmupindu]

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

[@fatmatekagac5008]

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]

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

[@MominSoliman]

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]

Thank you ☺

[@aakash4351]

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.

[@valensmann]

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

[@OffeibeautyNaturals]

You are the best driving instructor on KZbin

[@missmiserablemarny1597]

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!

[@tikax2085]

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

[@sterlingarcher7101]

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.

[@ceee8998]

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!

[@AmorePearlsLux]

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

[@seagosg6824]

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

[@dct124]

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

[@Abr_ASM1]

Bro contributing to humanity each day by making road safer

[@coppilcus]

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

[@AnthonyWabo]

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]

Very helpful video for both new & experienced drivers.

[@ihatemickiegee]

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!

[@benjamineastwood5616]

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!

[@susan3645]

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!

[@noordar990]

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

[@edwardlunn6975]

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

[@ConquerDriving]

That's a long way, get comfortable.

[@QuranStepByStep]

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]

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

[@mariamatei7655]

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

[@marialochinietrocio9091]

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

[@emzzz06]

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.

[@renatocosta811]

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

[@dayana4654]

I'm learning how to drive, and I was just told to sit comfortably, but no one explained how to correctly sit... I was sitting too close to the wheel, now I'll correct that mistake! Thank you so so much! Hopefully I'll be able to pass my license/driving exam on August 1st

[@ConquerDriving]

Good luck!

[@darthmamba519]

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]

Thank you and you're welcome.

[@KerlindaBlah]

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

[@misshyperalphafemale]

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

[@sarahlindseyanderson1474]

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

[@silverjay4455]

thanks for the video as usual, cameraman deserves a payrise, he never shakes the camera! amazing

[@ConquerDriving]

I'll give my window suction mount a pay rise 😉

[@silverjay4455]

@@ConquerDriving 😂😂 😎

[@evolevil1]

Funny, how you are talking about seats in Seat. BTW very nice LPTs. I upgraded my driving skills after your video. Thank you.

[@azifahahmed4462]

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]

That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!

[@Steph-gw2ib]

I didn't know Gareth Gates became a driving instructor! Great tips Gareth! 👌

[@ConquerDriving]

😂 I haven't been called Gareth in 13 years, used to get it all the time.

[@aswinbabukaruvally6459]

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

[@JacobKinsley]

This is the first thing I learned and also the thing I'm worst at, because at no point did my instructor go over it again. I noticed I did it wrong when my lower back ached like hell 10 minutes into a lesson.

[@habtomkiflay3247]

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

[@hankscorpio6924]

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.

[@lazotashev8232]

Great tips, also I use resting my heel on the floor while breaking as an indicator on how faraway and how high my seat is (if too close or too low you have to lift your foot to press the break). On the ideal position I can rest my foot on the floor while breaking and still feel comfortable pressing the clutch.

[@ConquerDriving]

Very true.

[@Car_Accelerations]

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 ...

[@ytbusernamelol]

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!

[@craig2921]

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

[@ConquerDriving]

You're welcome.

[@mamunrashid5926]

I really learnt some new things about seatting position and side mirror settings.

[@TazTheGiant]

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

[@Aarontlondon]

I wish I had you as my instructor when I was learning to drive! 🤍

[@darad]

Great video with just the information I need. Only thing I would suggest is maybe a quick summary at the end going thru the steps again.

[@dmrgaming1034]

I wish you instruct in my area, you explain things very well - another great video, thank you..

[@preciousprecious6859]

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

[@UrzuaNicolas]

this channel is gold, thanks for your videos man!

[@matommy8163]

thanks for your instruction, if you can, you may buy an interior mirror extention, it helps to check your left blind point and your back also

[@jinsijasi4180]

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

[@senditall152]

The second half was very interestign and useful.

[@chitaristu88]

good video mate. That bit of plastic that came off just shows that VAG quality controll.

[@ConquerDriving]

☺️ It has as loose clip, it's not broken, but yes this was obviously an error.

[@mythravarun]

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