Car Seat AdjustmentThere are countless factors that can effect how we operate our cars and trucks, but one important consideration that often goes overlooked is our bodies' position in the driver's seat. To drive well and drive safely, we must not only be seated comfortably, but must also have our hands and feet correctly placed in relation to the steering wheels and pedals. To learn more, we talked to a police officer. Paul Braun has 13 years experience in the DeKalb County Police Department, including six years of training in police driving and pursuits and one year in commercial vehicle enforcement. Here he offers advice on positioning your car's driver's seat for maximum safety:

• Always adjust before driving.
  Always make sure your seat is adjusted before you drive, especially if you share the car with another driver.
• Always Slight bend in elbow.
  Sit in the driver's seat and put both hands on the steering wheel, at ten and two o'clock position. If you can keep a slight bend in your elbows, you should be the correct distance from the wheel. This space allows the airbag to function properly when deployed.
• Always Bend in the knees.
  For proper foot position, you'll need to sit at a distance that allows a slight bend to your knee.
• Always Keep right heel firmly planted.
  You want your right heel to be firmly planted on the floor. It should be in a position that lets you shift your toe back and forth between the gas pedal and the brake pedal without having to lift your whole foot. This placement gives you the best reaction time in an emergency situation.
• Always Put the headrest at head-height.
  It's important for your headrest to be adjusted properly. While sitting in your seat, simply reach back and pull it up to a point where it's at the back of your head. Press your head against it and make sure it's in a logical place to support the head and help prevent neck injury in the event of a violent hit.