How to Accurately Determine the Position of the Wheels?
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Methods to determine the position of the wheels are as follows: 1. Judging the left wheel position: 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. Judging the right wheel position: When the line of sight aligns the right wiper with the target, the tire will run over the target. Below are related methods for judging the distance between vehicles: 1. When the edge line of your car's front aligns completely with the lower edge of the rear wheel of the car in front, the distance between the two cars is approximately 3.4 meters. 2. When the edge line of your car's front aligns with the lower edge of the front car's bumper, this is suitable for a distance of about 2.4 meters between the two cars. In congested urban areas, this distance is relatively safe. 3. When the edge line of your car's front aligns with the upper edge of the front car's bumper, the distance between the two cars is approximately 1 meter.
I've been driving for over twenty years and feel that mastering wheel positioning is all about accumulated experience. When I first started driving, I could never accurately judge where the wheels were, often crossing the line. Later, I realized the key is to familiarize myself with the dimensions of my car. I'm used to positioning by aligning the edge of the hood with the road markings, and when parallel parking, I check the distance between the rear wheels and the curb in the rearview mirror. With more practice in reversing into parking spaces, I gradually became more accurate. Seat adjustment is also crucial; sitting upright improves visibility. I'm extra cautious during rainy days or nighttime driving, using headlights in advance to check the position. Misjudging wheel position can easily lead to tire scrapes or accidents, so I always take a few seconds before driving to sense the car's outline, developing good habits for safety and peace of mind.
