In an automobile

Automobile

An automobile, autocar, motor car or car is a wheeled motor vehicle used for transporting passengers, which also carries its own engine or motor...

, the dead pedal is located to the left of the other pedals. Unlike the throttle, brake or clutch pedal, the dead pedal does not move and is not connected to anything. The dead pedal can serve several important purposes:

• It acts as a foot rest for the left foot.
• In cars with manual transmissions, it helps keep the driver from riding the clutch.
• It helps brace the driver whilst performing extreme maneuvers.

The use of the dead pedal is particularly prevalent in Right Hand Drive markets where the door's bulkhead cannot be used to rest the left foot, for example in the Renault Megane

Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane is a small family car produced by the French automaker Renault since 1995. It is offered in 3- and 5-door hatchback, saloon, coupé, convertible and estate bodystyles...

This area may also include other features not associated with direct operation of the vehicle. For instance, a foot button for control of the lights or radio.