How to Identify the Parking Point on a Slope?
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Wiper reference point: When the convex point of the wiper, the parking marker pole, and your line of sight align in a straight line, apply the brakes. Many maneuvers involve tracking alignment lines. The unique aspect of this task is ascending the slope while the vehicle is in motion, but the line-tracking method remains the same. After releasing the clutch with your left foot and feeling the car vibrate, gradually release the brake with your right foot. Avoid releasing the brake too quickly, and maintain control of the clutch.
Back when I was learning to drive, my instructor taught us the three-point positioning method for stopping on a slope. First, focus on the front edge of the hood—when it just covers the first horizontal line on the slope, that's your first reference point. Then, glance at the right rearview mirror with your peripheral vision; when the bottom edge of the mirror aligns with the solid line on the ground, that's your second confirmation. Finally, turn your head to check the shadow of the right door handle—when it's about two fingers' width away from the roadside marking, hit the brakes, and you'll stop perfectly. These markers are also useful in everyday driving, like parking on steep slopes in residential areas. Observing the hood is more intuitive than estimating meters, especially for beginners who should practice on flat ground with zebra crossings first to get a feel for it. Once you're familiar, a quick glance will tell you exactly where to stop.
