How Much to Turn the Steering Wheel When Making a Car Turn?
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Generally, turn the steering wheel one full rotation for a normal turn; if it's a tight turn at a small intersection, turn the wheel one full rotation and then adjust with a little more angle if needed. For easier turns at larger intersections, you can start with half a rotation of the steering wheel and add a bit more angle if necessary. Precautions when turning the steering wheel: Avoid turning too early or too late. Turning too early may make it difficult for the inner wheels to pass, while turning too late risks the outer front wheels running off the road or hitting obstacles. The correct turning method is to drive along the outer line when moving forward, slightly adjusting the steering wheel when approaching the line to correct the path, then straightening the wheel to continue driving straight. If you judge that you cannot pass in one attempt, when the front wheels are about to reach the outer line, immediately turn the wheel back, depress the clutch pedal, and stop to prepare for reversing. Do not turn at high speeds; if the speed is too high during a turn, there will be no room to adjust the steering, which could lead to a minor tailspin or drift, or in severe cases, an accident. Generally, for gentle turns, turn the wheel early and slowly, and return it early and slowly; for sharp turns, turn the wheel late and quickly, and return it early and quickly. The angle of the steering wheel is larger for sharp turns and much smaller for gentle turns. Turning is mainly controlled by the left hand using a single-handed wrist rotation method, with the right hand providing auxiliary support.
Regarding how much to turn the steering wheel, I believe it depends on the specific situation. When making a right turn at an ordinary intersection in the city, turning about 90 degrees to half a turn is usually enough to make a smooth turn. But if you're making a U-turn in a particularly narrow alley, you might need to turn the wheel a full one and a half turns. The sharpness of the curve determines the angle—sharp turns require more steering, while gentle curves only need a slight adjustment. Speed is also crucial; when taking a curve at over 60 km/h, you should only make minor adjustments to the steering, or the car may fishtail. After ten years of driving, I've learned this: before turning, check the rearview mirror and glance at the A-pillar blind spot to ensure no electric bikes are darting out. And when exiting the curve, don’t rush to straighten the wheel—wait until the car is aligned before gradually centering it. This ensures both stability and safety.
