How to Operate on Uphill Turns?
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For manual transmission vehicles, reduce speed in advance before an uphill turn. During the turn, avoid braking unless in an emergency, and gradually steer back according to the curvature of the bend. Signal in the direction of the turn, check the corresponding side mirror, lightly apply the brake to reduce speed from 3rd gear to 2nd gear, then depress the clutch and shift to 2nd gear. Hold the steering wheel firmly with your left hand, keep your eyes on the road ahead, gently pull the parking brake lever slightly backward with your right hand while pressing the lock button, and slowly release the clutch pedal.
When driving a manual transmission car uphill around a turn, I'm used to downshifting in advance, such as from third to second gear, to keep the engine torque sufficient. Before pressing the clutch, I gently apply some throttle, slowly turn the steering wheel, and keep my eyes fixed on the apex of the turn. The throttle needs to be steady—never stomp on it suddenly, or the front wheels might lose traction, which would be awkward. For steep hills with sharp turns, I use the handbrake to assist with starting: left foot partially engaging the clutch, right foot lightly pressing the throttle, and releasing the handbrake when I feel the car vibrate slightly. Always glance at the rearview mirror to avoid surprises from blind spots. After exiting the turn, straighten the car before gradually accelerating—the whole process is like dancing a slow waltz, all about rhythm.
Driving an automatic transmission car uphill and around turns is actually more worry-free, but don't rely entirely on D gear. About 200 meters before entering the turn, I release the throttle and use the brake to slow down to around 20 km/h, with just a quarter turn of the steering wheel. Keep your right foot lightly on the throttle, ready to accelerate at any moment, and remember to adjust the light lever with your left hand—mountain shadows can make the road hard to see. If you encounter muddy roads, remember to turn off traction control, as the system's unnecessary intervention can cause skidding. It's best to crack the window slightly to listen for tire friction sounds to gauge grip. Most importantly, stay calm—don't jerk your head around in the middle of the turn, as it can cause the car to veer off course.
