How to Determine the Position of Car Tires?
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Look straight ahead from the center point of the steering wheel towards the left. If you feel that the left corner of your car is pressing against the inner edge of the left line, it means the car is within the lane and at a safe boundary. If you feel it's pressing against the outer edge of the left line, then your car should be pressing against the inner edge of the left line, and you need to be cautious at this point. Alternatively, you can choose a fixed object on the window, such as the wiper, and practice on an empty road to see which part of the wiper corresponds to the position of the right tire. After a few tries, you'll get the hang of it. Place a pole near the front bumper of the right tire. From your position, observe which part of the wiper can pass. When the driver maintains a proper sitting posture and looks straight ahead, if the left lane extension line is about 10 cm away from the left side of the windshield, then the left tire is approximately 60 cm away from the left lane line. Generally, to keep the car safely centered in the lane, we only need to judge one side, since both sides of a lane are marked. It's more recommended to focus on the left side, as the driver's seat is on the left.
As a new driver, judging tire position is a fundamental skill. At first, I found it extremely difficult, but later discovered that the car body design has natural reference points. For example, when sitting in the driver's seat, the two ridges on the front hood basically align with the front wheel positions. When parking, I'm used to rolling down the window to directly observe the distance between the tire and the curb, making sure not to get too close to avoid scraping. During driving, the position of lane markings can help with alignment: when the lower edge of the rearview mirror aligns with the line, the tire is centered. Practicing passing in narrow roads is also very useful, forcing precise control. Now I can judge the tire trajectory during turns by sensing the width of the hood, gradually developing spatial awareness. I also regularly check wheel conditions through the rearview mirror to ensure safe driving. Remember, practice makes perfect—don't be afraid of making mistakes, start with simple scenarios first.
