How to Determine if the Car Body is Aligned Properly?
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When the center divider line or edge line of the road in both side mirrors is parallel to the car body, then the car body is in an aligned state. When the front part of the car is perpendicular to the edge of the road, it indicates that the car body is aligned. If in a parking space, check if the front of the car is perpendicular to the reference object ahead.
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, judging whether the car body is properly aligned is actually quite simple. After parking, I habitually relax my sitting posture to let my shoulders naturally align with the steering wheel. Checking if the lines on both sides of the parking space in the rearview mirror are symmetrically parallel is a quick method. If the parking space has vertical lines, ensure both the front and rear of the car align with those reference points. When I was a beginner, I often parked crookedly and even had my car door scratched once. Later, I realized that when the steering wheel is straightened, the car naturally aligns itself. Practice a few times in a garage or open space to develop the habit of checking. Properly aligning the car body not only makes it easier to open and close doors to avoid collisions but also reduces tire wear and fuel consumption. I always recommend taking an extra glance in the mirror after parking to ensure safety.
