What is the ideal steering wheel hand placement?
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3-9
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5-10
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6-12
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3-6
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Explanation
Ideally, drivers should place their hands on opposite sides of the steering wheel, at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions. This ensures that, if the airbag deploys, their hands won't obstruct it.
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