How can beginners determine the position of tires while driving?
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Beginners can determine the position of tires while driving through the following methods: 1. Use the nodes of the vehicle's wipers to judge the position of the wheels: However, this method is not suitable for all vehicle models, as the sizes of wipers vary among different models, and the driver's sitting posture also differs, which may lead to slight errors in judging the wheel position. 2. Use the vehicle's steering wheel to determine the position of the left-side wheels: Since the steering wheel in China is on the left side, it is easier to determine the position of the left front wheel. The extended straight line from the leftmost side of the steering wheel indicates the position of the left-side wheels. If it coincides with the road markings, it means the vehicle is driving on the line. 3. Use the emergency hazard light button switch in the vehicle: Nowadays, the switches for emergency hazard lights in many vehicles are designed in the middle of the center console. While driving, the extended line from the position of the hazard light switch can be used to determine the position of the right-side wheels.
When I first got my driver's license, I also struggled with locating the tires. Here's a simple method: sit in the driver's seat and find fixed reference points. For example, align the front edge of the hood or the base of the wipers with the roadside or parking lines to roughly sense the tire positions. Don't stress—find an empty lot to practice, draw some chalk lines to simulate the roadside, and slowly drive over to compare. After a few tries, you'll get the hang of it. New drivers often worry about scraping the rims; my advice is to maintain a parallel viewpoint at low speeds and avoid looking sideways. When turning, straighten the steering wheel first for more accurate positioning. My driving instructor taught me this trick, and now, after 10 years of driving, it's especially useful for parking in narrow spaces.
