What is another word for steps on the gas?
Pronunciation: [stˈɛps ɒnðə ɡˈas] (IPA) 
"Steps on the gas" is a common expression used to indicate someone increasing their speed or accelerating. There are several synonyms for this phrase, all of which convey a sense of urgency or quickness. "Floors it" suggests that the driver is pushing the pedal down hard. "Puts the pedal to the metal" has a similar connotation, as if the driver is determined to reach their destination as quickly as possible. "Guns it" and "revs the engine" both suggest a sudden burst of speed. "Speeding up" is a more straightforward way of phrasing the action, while "zooming" or "racing" add a playful or exaggerated tone.
