Pedals too close together.

[VaTom]

I have a 2016 Toyota Camry XLE V-6 that I bought new. Great vehicle with super acceleration and ride. Recently bought a new pair of Saucony running shoes. Been wearing that brand for years. I wear a 11 1/2 medium. Have found that the sole almost touches the brake pedal when on the accelerator. A couple of times recently had the accelerator depressed a bit with foot on brake. I now understand how people accidentally drive their cars through the front of the 7-11. Anyone else with this problem? I am 72.

 

[GaryS]

No.

 

[Yendor357]

The petals are close together on purpose. I think it’s called “heel/toe”.
The reasoning is if you’re on a road course, it you can have one foot on both petals at the same time.
I’ve played with it a bit in my Mustang on one of the curvy roads around here. It takes practice.

 

[mckenney99]

That was one thing I encountered when I was test driving different vehicles the last time I went to get a new car. I think its a combination of smaller vehicles and front wheel drive that is leading to less foot room. I have big feet and there were several that didn't have enough floorboard room to keep my big ol left foot from getting under the brake. I also encountered the same problem you posted about.

 

[WardenRoss]

I'm a poet and don't know it. My feet are Longfellows and sure show it.

I also struggle driving small cars with tiny pedals. I require a full size truck.

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[GaryS]

Only if it's an Italian sports car and you're driving in the Mille Miglia.

The petals are close together on purpose. I think it’s called “heel/toe”.
The reasoning is if you’re on a road course, it you can have one foot on both petals at the same time.
I’ve played with it a bit in my Mustang on one of the curvy roads around here. It takes practice.

 

[gym cat]

just sell the shoes and buy narrower ones.

 

[Onomea]

I find I experience that on occasion with some shoes. Just gotta be more careful with foot placement.

 

[GaryS]

Oh, and it's not pedal placement that leads to some elderly people accelerating when they meant to brake. It's confusion and a sign that they no longer are capable of driving.

 

[ladder13]

Big years have more to do with it, imo.

 

[Autonomous]

Big feet + shoes with soles that flare out for stability have a big (forgive me) footprint.
Get some slip-ons that aren't built like snowshoes.

 

[dockmurgw]

Your right Tom...that's why I drive a truck. It becomes a real problem in the winter with big heavy snow-covered boots.

 

[Greyman50]

I wish they still made 4 speeds. Looking for a 60’s PU with one or “ three on the tree”.

 

[65-2x2]

You could always clip off a couple of toes.

 

[S-W4EVER]

Yes, I really have to be careful when I’m driving a car, my 13W’s take up a lot of room.

 

[Krogen]

The petals are close together on purpose. I think it’s called “heel/toe”.
The reasoning is if you’re on a road course, it you can have one foot on both petals at the same time.
I’ve played with it a bit in my Mustang on one of the curvy roads around here. It takes practice.

Heel and toe applies to cars with three pedals. I assume OP's Camry is an automatic. Heel and toe isn't necessarily heel on one pedal and toe on the other. It's better for me to rock my right foot sideways while on the brake to blip the throttle for a downshift. It works much better when braking hard so your foot has a firm support. Not only do the pedals need to be close enough, but at similar heights off the floor.

 

[65-2x2]

My new car also has pedals close together, it took a couple of weeks, but I got used to them and no longer think about it.

 

[30-30remchester]

With size 13 boots and Sorrel snow boots the customary winter footwear, yes quite often. But then again, I don't drive toy cars.