automotive

• Fire on all cylinders

  To operate at peak efficiency and full capacity, utilizing all available resources and energy.

• Backseat driver

  A backseat driver is a person who offers unsolicited advice or criticism, particularly when they are not in a position of control or responsibility.

• In the driver's seat

  To be in a position of control or authority over a situation or group.

• Spin one's wheels

  To exert a lot of effort without achieving any meaningful progress or results.

• Like a deer in headlights

  To be so surprised, frightened, or confused that one is momentarily unable to move or react.

• Firing on all cylinders

  To be performing at peak efficiency or with maximum energy and output.