Is there a safe way to drive a stick shift car with a disabled right arm.?

Question

I have a damaged right arm that cannot move the shifter and taking my left arm away from the steering wheel seems dangerous.

Answer 1

Move to New Zealand we cater for people with your problem.

Cheers mate

Answer 2

nope, its dangerous.

Answer 3

you know what. it takes practices.

i knew a guy that lost his right arm! and drove stick. so if

he can do it then you can.

but he did practices in empty parking lots first.

good luck :D

Answer 4

It would not be advisable to do this due mainly because of safety issues..

Answer 5

I depends on how 'damaged' your right arm is, and how much of a contortionist you can be.

If you feel dangerous driving your car because of a problem with your arm, don't drive it.

[ Now if you could get your left foot over there and...]

Answer 6

no

Answer 7

I agree. If you can only use one arm, you need it for steering - although, watching the number of people who drive while talking on cell phones, and using their free hand to gesture with, I might be in a minority. Seriously, though, if you don't have full use of your right arm, you're probably better off with an automatic shift. Not quite as much fun, but easier in the long run.