put the pedal to the metal

Etymology
Mid-1970s, originated in car racing.

Verb

 * 1)  To press the gas pedal to the maximum extent.
 * 2)  To exert maximum effort.
 * 1)  To exert maximum effort.
 * 1)  To exert maximum effort.
 * 1)  To exert maximum effort.

Translations

 * Danish: sparke sømmet i bund
 * French: mettre le pied au plancher,