Can a 3-meter-wide road make a right-angle turn?
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Roads with a width of 3 meters cannot make right-angle turns. Right-angle turn: A right-angle turn is an assessment point in Subject 2 of the driver's test, evaluating the driver's ability to correctly manipulate steering and accurately judge the inner and outer wheel differences when driving through sharp turns. Engage first gear, release the handbrake, slowly lift the clutch to maintain semi-engagement for smooth forward movement, and keep the left wiper's left dot (the first rivet) aligned with the right edge of the road's yellow line at a 20 cm distance. Then, focus on a point slightly ahead of the middle door lock on the left front door of the car. Deduction points: Touching the protruding point with the wheels results in failure; each time the wheels touch the road edge line, 20 points are deducted; completing the maneuver with reverse gear results in a 10-point deduction. Failing to use turn signals or using them incorrectly results in a 10-point deduction.
Having driven for many years, I have some insights on turning in narrow roads. Whether a 3-meter-wide road allows a right-angle turn mainly depends on the type of vehicle and how you operate it. For small cars like micro vans or compact sedans, with their smaller turning radius, it might be barely possible to make a right-angle turn, but you'd have to go very slowly and adjust the front of the car several times. Larger SUVs or pickup trucks? Forget about it—you’ll likely scrape against roadside trees or walls in no time. Additionally, road conditions matter—whether it's a smooth concrete road or a muddy path. Slippery surfaces increase the risk of accidents. My advice is to turn on your hazard lights before turning, check for pedestrians or other vehicles, and if the space is too tight, don’t take the risk. Instead, find a wider spot to safely reverse or take a detour. In short, safety comes first. Your car is hard-earned money, and repairs after a collision won’t come cheap.
