How to Determine if the Car Body is Straight in Subject Two?

[ThomasFitz]

Here are the specific methods to determine if the car body is straight in Subject Two: 1. Sit upright with eyes looking straight ahead: If the line of sight is parallel to the lane edge line, the car body is straight; if the line of sight intersects with the lane edge line, the car body is tilted. 2. Observe the rearview mirrors: While driving, not only look ahead but also check the side mirrors. On roads with markings, you can observe whether the vehicle is driving in the middle through the rearview mirrors. 3. Look at the windshield washer nozzles: Check if the windshield washer nozzles are level with your line of sight, or choose a reference object to compare with the car body to see if it is straight.

[DeAlaina]

When teaching others the skills for Subject 2, I emphasize that judging whether the car body is straight or not relies on observing the symmetry in the left and right rearview mirrors. The distance between the garage lines and both sides of the car body should be uniform. If one side is closer and the other is farther, it means the car is tilted, so gently adjust the steering wheel to correct it. At the same time, remember to align reference points like the edge of the mirror with the marking lines to ensure the car is straight. Slow down the speed when reversing into the garage to make fine adjustments easier. During practice, use fixed reference objects like utility poles or walls to assist in judgment, but avoid distractions during the test. Sit upright, stay focused, and practice dozens of times to naturally develop an intuitive sense of accurately mastering the position. A tilted car body can easily lead to crossing the line and failing the test, so it's essential to take this fundamental point seriously and practice it meticulously.

[OAnastasia]

I just passed the second driving test not long ago. I remember that judging whether the car body is straight mainly relies on hand feel and visual reference. After the steering wheel is straightened, if the direction doesn't change when the car moves, the body is usually straight. Key reference points are crucial—the points taught by the instructor, such as when the shoulder passes the pole, the car body is straight. During reversing, keep a close eye on the rearview mirror and ensure the distance between the left and right garage lines and the car body is similar. If not, adjust the steering wheel slightly without making large turns. Control the speed at a slow pace to facilitate observation and correction. Practice more in simulated test scenarios during usual training—practice makes perfect. After many repetitions, the body will remember the positions, and you won’t panic during the test. An unaligned car body can affect the success of the entire test, so I focused on strengthening this skill before the exam.

[VictoriaRose]

When handling the requirements of Subject 2 during driving, I use a simple method to check if the car body is straight. If the gaps between the garage lines and the car body in the rearview mirrors are symmetrical on both sides, it means the car is straight. If not, gently adjust the steering wheel to level it. Feeling that the direction is centered with your body also helps. During the test, focus on finding reference points, such as aligning the mirrors with the lines. Practice more to develop muscle memory, and drive slower for precise control. Experience shows that relying less on external references and more on internal techniques is reliable, ensuring you pass the test in one attempt.