Michael Shoemaker

I suffer from symmetrical peripheral polyneuropathy, basically the nerve ends in my feet have packed up which means that part of my feet (toes and the adjacent area) alternate between pain and, more commonly (thanks heavens) lack of feeling. I've noticed that occasionally my clutch control is a bit slow, causing slight over-revving, and I suspect it is because the numbness means I have to press slightly harder to get the feel of the pedal. Do you have experience of using proper driving shoes and do you think they would help with regaining some clutch control through more immediate feeling? I've driven manuals most of my life and don't want to change to an automatic, especially as my wife also drives the car and also prefers a manual. We're both in our 60s and pretty set in our ways. This is an odd question, but I'd be grateful for your input.

Asked on 21 April 2011 by GI, Westcliff-on-Sea

Answered by Honest John
I suggest trying some soft, slipper-like flat-soled moccasin style casuals rather than buying 'driving shoes' or race drivers pixie boots. Then you can at least use the shoes out of the car. Alternatively, a pair of Marks & Spencer’s rubber soled moccasin style slippers, like the pair I'm wearing as I write.
Tags: driving
Similar questions
Do you know what is the current law when being waved to stop by somebody in an unmarked car (presumed police)? Last week I was driving on the M4 and noticed along the way three instances of an unmarked...
Recenty I was driving around a roundabout and turned off it onto a dual carriageway that was separated from the other carriageway such that we could not see it. I was in the inside lane behind a large...
Near me, there is a yellow box junction of length 45.5m. The Highway Code rule 174 states that (except for turning right) "You MUST NOT enter the box until your exit road or lane is clear." This implies...
 

Ask Honest John

Value my car

Save £75 on Warranty using code HJ75

with MotorEasy

Get a warranty quote

Save 10% on GAP Insurance

Use HJ10 to save on an ALA policy

See offer