Driving auto broken left ankle

lyoness

Hi I have an auto jeep and am in a boot on left ankle as its broken. The boot does not come near any of the pedals so not impairing my driving at all. Where do I stand legally? Will contact ins company just want to ask her first. Thanks

Supergurrier

Should be fine.

Anyone who tries left foot braking in an auto only does it once anyway

djimi

The only issue I could see would be your ability to get out of the car in a hurry if needs be, but I guess that would be an issue even if you were a passenger.

Dilbert75

Has your doctor certified you as safe to drive? That's what it may come to.

Chris_Heilong

Why would there be an issue if you cant use your left foot in an Auto, my last 2 cars were auto and you just dont need your left foot, I wouldnt think you need a doctor to tell you that(at €50 a go)

Anan1

lyoness wrote: »

Where do I stand legally? Will contact ins company just want to ask her first.

You'll find out when you ask them.;)

GhostInTheRuins

Sure you don't use your left foot at all so why would it be an issue?

biko

We can't give legal advice on boards so suggest you check with GP and insurance as you said.
Shouldn't be an issue as most/all people only use the right foot to drive an automatic.

lyoness

biko wrote: »

We can't give legal advice on boards so suggest you check with GP and insurance as you said.
Shouldn't be an issue as most/all people only use the right foot to drive an automatic.

I realise I won't get legal advice here just wanted to test the water before ringing ins comp in case it rings alarm bells with them! From other research I think if doctor signs off I will be ok. Thanks all. Btw have driven already as didn't realise at first ankle broken thought it was a sprain!

CiniO

Supergurrier wrote: »

Should be fine.

Anyone who tries left foot braking in an auto only does it once anyway

What happens if you do it?

CiniO

OP logically thinking, as left foot is not needed for driving, there shouldn't be any issues.

If I had a broken nose, I wouldn't be ringing my insurance company or my doctor to confirm if I can drive.
Nose is about the same needed for driving as left foot for driving auto car, so by analogy, I can't see a need to inform or ask anyone.

But don't take my word for granted.

Cerco

I doubt your insurer will give approval without a doctor's cert. How could they be sure your injury will not impair your driving? e.g Your leg might be subjected to cramp because of the injury - Get their approval anyway otherwise you would not have a leg to stand on

Sorry could not resist.

Victor Meldrew

CiniO wrote: »

What happens if you do it?

The first time? your left foot is "conditioned" to operate a clutch, which is the heaviest, least delicate pedal in the car.

Use it on the brake and your attempt at slowing down gently will trigger the ABS.

Don't try it when there is anyone behind you, any cops around and any passengers in the car.....

CiniO

Victor Meldrew wrote: »

The first time? your left foot is "conditioned" to operate a clutch, which is the heaviest, least delicate pedal in the car.

Use it on the brake and your attempt at slowing down gently will trigger the ABS.

Don't try it when there is anyone behind you, any cops around and any passengers in the car.....

Oh yes, I know what is left foot braking because I do it quite often.
And you are absolutely right that first time is always harsh. But after few tries your left foot gets used to it.

But I was just refering to Supergurries post about doing it in automatic car, as I never tried doing it in automatic - but can't think what the difference might be.

Cerco

Even worse when you go to clutch and brake in an automatic and you get both feet on the brake. It's a rude awakening first time.

Esel

Supergurrier wrote: »

Should be fine.

Anyone who tries left foot braking in an auto only does it once anyway

Left foot braking when driving an automatic can be a very useful skill.

I agree that a clutch-conditioned foot can result in the most severe emergency braking test ever - definitely harsher than anything you could consciously do with your right foot!

billybobt83

ur poor foot

gctest50

Be different if you had no arms or something - no wait ____

Kenny Mac

I would advice u to contact your insurance company & notifie them regardlessly, just play safe...