👉 Gunwales are a type of safety feature found on most modern automobiles. They are designed to prevent a driver from accidentally pressing the gas pedal when the vehicle is turned off or stopped, which could lead to an accident. Gunwales are typically made of metal and are attached to the steering wheel with a cable that is used to keep it in place. When the car is turned on, the cable will be pulled out of the gunwale, preventing the driver from pressing the gas pedal while