Hmm, I dunno who taught youse guys those bad habits, but back in the days when dirt was born , my driver's ed instructor enforced the 9 and 3
hands on wheel hold or you didn't pass. Next time you watch a motor race, check in the in car footage to see where the pros keep their hands.
I though when dirt was born they were still teaching 10 and 2 (ie. before airbags).