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.
