Can You Press the Clutch During Curve Driving?
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You can press the clutch during curve driving. When you need to press the clutch, do it gently and avoid stomping it abruptly to the floor. Here is some additional information: 1. Curve Driving: Curve driving is an assessment point in Subject 2 of the driver's test, commonly known as the S-curve. It evaluates the driver's ability to maneuver the steering and control the vehicle during curve driving. The purpose is to train drivers in steering application and mastery of wheel trajectory. 2. Evaluation Criteria: Driving out of the edge line results in failure; running over the edge line with the wheels results in failure; stalling or stopping midway results in failure.
When driving on curves, never step on the clutch pedal casually—it's a major taboo. Back when I was learning to drive in my youth, I once hurried through a curve on a mountain road and accidentally pressed the clutch to shift gears. The car instantly lost power and began to drift, nearly sliding off the road. I was so scared that I quickly lifted my foot. Curves require the engine to continuously provide driving force to maintain stability. Stepping on the clutch allows the wheels to freewheel, losing traction, especially on wet or slippery roads or at high speeds, which can easily cause skidding or even rollovers. The correct approach is to select the appropriate gear before entering the curve, maintain steady throttle, and only consider shifting after exiting the curve. In daily driving, I’ve also noticed that extra caution is needed in rain or snow, as cars with worn tires are more prone to losing control. Regularly checking the brakes and suspension system can also prevent accidents—after all, safety comes first. We drive for peace of mind, not to create trouble.
