# Why Do Some Old Cars Have Four Pedals? Here's What They're For

> Once upon a time, automobiles came with not two or even three pedals, but four. In a previous article, we discussed the odd little button on the floor of classic cars, but that's not what we're talking about here.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1833021/old-cars-four-pedals-use-explained-what-for/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=680489f3bb1b730e0e424aa3)
- **Published:** 2025-04-20
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #cars #four #pedals #once #side #article #automobiles #button
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