How Many Degrees Should the Steering Wheel Be Turned for Left and Right Turns?
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When the car reaches halfway, start turning back. When the turn is halfway completed, with the car body at approximately a 45-degree angle, naturally return the wheel without sudden movements. Below is an introduction to the point deductions for not using turn signals during the Subject 3 driving test: 1. Starting: Failing to use turn signals when starting, turning, changing lanes, pulling over, or before overtaking results in a 10-point deduction. 2. Turning Direction: Turning the steering wheel without waiting for the turn signal to be on for at least 3 seconds results in a 10-point deduction. 3. U-turns: Not using turn signals for a U-turn directly results in a 100-point deduction. Using turn signals for more than 150 meters results in a 10-point deduction, and exceeding 200 meters results in a 100-point deduction. Below is additional information on the Subject 3 test content: 1. Starting: Vehicle preparation, starting, and driving straight. 2. Speed Control: Gear shifting operations, changing lanes, and pulling over. 3. Turning: Going straight through intersections, left turns at intersections, and right turns at intersections. 4. Passing Designated Areas: Crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, and passing bus stops. 5. Vehicle Control: Meeting other vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and driving at night.
I remember when I was first learning to drive, my instructor always said not to memorize how many degrees to turn the steering wheel, but to consider the size of the curve and the speed. For small curves like 90-degree intersections, you'd turn the wheel about 180 degrees, which means half a turn. For big curves like highway off-ramps, you might need to turn it nearly 360 degrees, almost a full rotation. When driving at higher speeds, turn the wheel less to avoid losing control; at lower speeds, turn it more for safety. The type of vehicle also matters—SUVs or larger vehicles have a wider turning radius, requiring more steering wheel rotation. With enough practice, it all becomes intuitive. Stay relaxed, remember to look far ahead, slow down before turning, keep the car smooth, and prioritize safety.
After driving for twenty years, I've found that there's no fixed number for steering wheel angles. For a regular left turn at an intersection, you typically turn the wheel about 180 to 270 degrees, while a right turn requires slightly less, around 150 degrees. It really depends on the road conditions: on wide, straight roads, turns are more relaxed, whereas on narrow streets, you need to be more cautious and turn the wheel more. Different vehicles also vary significantly—compact cars have more sensitive steering, so turning 180 degrees might suffice, whereas trucks or SUVs might require over 270 degrees. On slippery roads, extra caution is needed—turn the wheel less to avoid skidding. In short, practice makes perfect. Don't obsess over the exact degrees; developing a good feel for it is what really matters.
