How can beginners judge the left and right distance?
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Beginners can judge the left and right distance by the following methods: 1. When the line of sight aligns the protruding node of the left wiper with an object on the ground, the left wheel will run over that object while moving; 2. When the line of sight aligns the intersection of the cotton panel and the A-pillar with the centerline, the body is 60 cm away from the centerline; 3. When the line of sight aligns the right wiper with the target, the tire will run over that target; 4. When the right washer overlaps with the roadside target, the body is still 60 cm away from the roadside. Methods for safe driving: 1. Check the vehicle condition and avoid driving with potential hazards; 2. Fasten the seat belt and enhance safety awareness; 3. Avoid fatigued driving; 4. Do not drink and drive; 5. Pay attention to road conditions in bad weather; 6. Handle situations on the road properly; 7. Obey traffic rules and do not rush.
When I first started learning to drive, I had trouble judging the distance on both sides and often worried about scraping the cars parked by the roadside. As a beginner, I found the most effective method was to practice parking in an empty parking lot: first, place cones or markers next to the car, and while practicing parking, observe the distance between the car body and the markers through the driver's window. When reversing into a parking space, focus on the rearview and side mirrors to check if the wheel positions align with the white lines. After each parking attempt, get out of the car to inspect the actual spacing and continuously adjust your perception. During daily driving, I developed a habit—every time I drove a certain distance, I would glance at the rearview mirror to estimate the width between the car body and pedestrians or other vehicles. Drive steadily and avoid excessive speed to give yourself time to react. Remember, with enough practice, it becomes muscle memory. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes—I scraped a few times at first, but now I’m very steady.
As a novice driver, judging left and right distances can be quite challenging. My advice is to first adjust the seat and rearview mirrors: sit upright and try to find a fixed reference point from the car window, such as aligning the wiper position with the roadside line. Practice slowly while driving, like testing reverse parking on quiet city streets, observing the gap between the car's reflection in the mirror and obstacles. Before each drive, I check the car's width and estimate the distance from the wheels to the curb. Don't panic if you make a mistake—last time I hit a small obstacle while reversing, resulting in only a minor scratch. The key is to repeatedly practice parking maneuvers. Using technology like backup cameras is helpful, but don't rely on it too much. In short, drive more, observe more, and confidence will gradually build.
When judging the distance on the left and right while driving, I often rely on the rearview and side mirrors: after sitting properly, observe the gap between the car body line in the mirror and the objects behind to estimate the available space; during practice, try parallel parking, paying attention to how the wheel contours align with the ground as shown in the mirrors. Technology like parking sensors can be a great help, but don't rely solely on it—actively observe as well; I also step out to measure the actual gap occasionally, gradually correcting my sense of space. The key is to keep the speed slow, avoid sharp turns, and prioritize safety; with more practice, it becomes second nature.
