How Much is Half a Turn of the Steering Wheel?
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Turning the steering wheel half a turn rotates the wheels approximately 15-20 degrees, while a full turn rotates them about 40 degrees. The steering ratio varies slightly for each vehicle and can be adjusted in some high-end cars and sports cars. Here is some relevant information about car steering wheels: 1. Definition: The wheel-shaped device used to control the direction of the car, which converts the force applied by the driver on the edge of the steering wheel into torque and transmits it to the steering shaft. 2. Grip: If the steering wheel is viewed as a clock face, the correct hand position is to place the left hand between the 9 and 10 o'clock positions and the right hand between the 3 and 4 o'clock positions. This posture provides better support for the body in the event of a collision. 3. Materials: - The frame is usually made of zinc alloy or aluminum alloy. Some manufacturers are experimenting with cheaper and lighter magnesium alloys. The frame is produced through die-casting. A few manufacturers still use steel sheet metal for the frame, which is more structurally complex.