HEEL AND TOE


Meaning of HEEL AND TOE in English

A driving technique where the driver places the left side or the toes of his right foot on the brake pedal and the right side or the heel of his right foot on the throttle pedal so that he can simultaneously brake and blip the throttle for a downshift. This is done to lessen the strain on the gearbox and drivetrain and makes for smoother driving.

English dictionary of automotive terms.      Английский словарь автомобильных терминов.