Can the front of the car sweep the line during a right-angle turn?
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Generally, during the right-angle turn in Subject 2 of the driving test, the front of the car can sweep the line. Although in reality, opinions vary by region—some say it's allowed while others say it's not. However, according to the 'Content and Methods of Motor Vehicle Driver Tests,' the evaluation criteria for straight-line turns specify that the wheels must not touch or press against the road edge line, but it does not state that the front of the car cannot sweep the line. Below are the evaluation criteria for right-angle turns: 1. Drive the vehicle along the prescribed route, making a right-angle turn from left to right or right to left, and pass through in one go; 2. Do not stop midway; 3. The wheels must not touch or press against the lane edge line.
I've been driving a taxi in the city for over a decade and have encountered all kinds of turning situations. Sweeping the line must absolutely not happen during right-angle turns. 'Vehicle front sweeping the line' refers to the front part of the vehicle crossing over the lane boundary line or center line during a turn, which is extremely dangerous in actual driving and may also result in direct point deductions in driving tests. Based on my experience, the size of the vehicle affects the difficulty of control—smaller cars are easier to avoid sweeping the line. However, regardless of vehicle size, it's essential to slow down before turning, visually estimate the exit point of the curve, and steer smoothly. Practicing right-angle turns frequently is very helpful to avoid hasty steering or excessive speed causing the front of the car to slide out. Remember, safety comes first, and once good habits are formed, the risk of sweeping the line is greatly reduced. Additionally, road conditions like wet surfaces or nighttime driving increase the difficulty, so maintaining focus on the road ahead is key.
I usually drive to and from work, and my commuting route is full of intersections with many right-angle turns. Every time I turn, I have to be careful about the issue of the car's front end sweeping the line. Sweeping the line is prohibited in traffic regulations because it may lead to crossing the line violation or colliding with pedestrians. While driving, I have summarized a few tips: first, slow down to below 10km/h, observe the trend of the inner wheel difference, and turn the steering wheel to the appropriate position to allow the car's front end to turn smoothly. If you find that the car's front end is about to sweep the line, immediately make slight adjustments to the steering wheel or stop. When learning to drive, practicing more simulations can help you master the sense of angle. Vehicle types such as SUVs are more difficult to control than sedans, so it's important to choose a small-angle starting point for turns. Safe driving is not a difficult problem; developing the habit of anticipation makes everything go smoothly.
I just got my driver's license recently, and avoiding the front of the car from sweeping the lines during right-angle turns has been my key practice point. The instructor repeatedly emphasized that the front of the car must not touch any lines during the turn, otherwise, it would result in failing the test. In actual practice, I avoid sweeping the lines by controlling the steering wheel angle at a slow speed, finding it easier to manage when the speed is below 5 km/h. After several attempts, I've gained much more confidence. A small trick is to pause before entering the turn to position correctly. Sweeping the lines is absolutely unacceptable, and persistent practice will lead to success.
