Is the heel of the driver's foot at the bottom of the accelerator pedal?

If using the pedal, the heel will be on the floor at the base of the pedal. When driving, the foot has to be on the accelerator in order to move. When slowing or preparing to stop, the heel should be away from the pedal, poised to move to the brake.

On cars with automatic transmissions, some drivers will leave their right foot above the accelerator while using the left foot to brake. There are both advantages and disadvantages to dual foot use, depending on the skill and experience of the driver. This is normally discouraged by driver education.