How to Reverse in a Straight Line When Starting to Practice Driving?
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When reversing in a straight line, look at the rear of the car. If you want the rear of the car to turn right, steer to the right. If you want it to turn left, steer to the left. Here are some precautions for reversing: 1. Watch for pedestrians: Pay attention to any approaching vehicles or pedestrians in front or behind, signal your intention to reverse, and honk the horn to warn others. Then, with the car stationary, shift into reverse gear. 2. Observe carefully: No matter how skilled you are at reversing, always check the mirrors thoroughly. Beginners should be especially cautious. If you feel too close and visibility is poor from inside the car, it's better to stop, get out, and check before continuing. New drivers often lack a good sense of the car's position, so avoid taking any chances.
When I first started practicing straight-line reversing, I remember feeling quite nervous, always afraid of hitting the cars next to me when backing into a parking space. The instructor taught me a little trick: before getting in the car, first clearly identify the parking lines or poles as reference points, then slowly press the clutch or accelerator—speed must be kept slow to make steering easier to control. Use the rearview mirror and back window to observe while reversing, don’t just rely on turning your head to look. Keep slight adjustments to the steering wheel, avoid forceful turns, otherwise the car can easily veer off course. If you still can’t reverse straight after a few attempts, try practicing in an open area, like an empty parking lot. Beginners are advised to have a partner help watch the rear and remind them of distances. After each session, review where mistakes were made to improve faster next time.
