How to Align the Car Properly at the Entrance of a Curve?
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Ensure you sit upright and check the rearview mirrors, making sure their angles are correct. Here are the detailed steps: 1. Adjustment Notes: For the left rearview mirror, use the horizon as a reference. Adjust the vertical angle so that the sky and ground each occupy half of the mirror. Adjust the horizontal angle so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror. 2. Other Considerations: Since the right rearview mirror is farther away, it should show more of the road and less of the sky, allocating more mirror space to the car body and road. The adjustment principle is that the sky should occupy only 1/4 of the right rearview mirror, and the car body should also occupy 1/4.
I've been driving for over 30 years, often navigating those big curves on country roads. The key is to straighten the car at the entrance of the curve—don't rush. Slow down early, gauge the curve's arc, and turn the steering wheel gradually without sudden movements. When I was younger, I'd often enter too fast, causing the car to tilt, but now I understand the importance of planning ahead. Keep the car centered on the road, adjust your speed, and avoid slamming the brakes or accelerator. Prepare a few meters before the curve, stay focused, and glance at the mirrors to ensure no other cars are interfering. Safety first—I always remind myself not to get distracted. Now that I'm older, I appreciate how patient driving reduces accidents, especially in rain or snow when tire grip is weaker and skidding is more likely. Practice a few times, and your body will naturally remember the feeling.
