
Hold the steering wheel straight and make slight adjustments left and right. The motor vehicle driver's license examination consists of the following four parts: 1. Subject 1: Road traffic rules, traffic signals, handling of traffic safety violations and accidents, regulations on the application and use of motor vehicle driver's licenses, motor vehicle registration, and other road traffic safety laws, regulations, and rules; 2. Subject 2: Testing the ability to reverse into a parking space, assessing the mastery of motor vehicle driving skills and the ability to judge the spatial position of the vehicle; 3. Subject 3: Evaluating the performance of driving a motor vehicle on the road to complete test items, compliance with traffic laws and regulations, and comprehensive control of the motor vehicle; proper use of lights, horns, seat belts, and other devices; ability to correctly observe and judge road traffic conditions; 4. Subject 4: Separating the knowledge related to safe and civilized driving from the original "Subject 1," as well as safe driving skills under complex conditions and emergency handling in critical situations, which are tested after the actual road driving test of "Subject 3" to further assess the candidate's traffic quality level.

I remember my first time practicing straight-line driving for the Subject 2 test. The instructor repeatedly emphasized looking far ahead, not staring at the hood or rearview mirrors. I was so nervous that my hands often trembled, causing me to steer to one side and the car body to tilt. Later, I learned to control the speed around 30 km/h, pressing the accelerator evenly without sudden speed changes. Steering corrections should be minimal, just slight turns within half a rotation—never jerk the wheel or grip it too tightly. If the car drifts left, gently steer right and then straighten, and vice versa. Keep your body relaxed, hands at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions for easy micro-adjustments. On the test day, I silently reminded myself to look further ahead and passed on the first try, mainly thanks to extensive practice simulations beforehand, which helped me get used to the car's balance dynamics.

After years of teaching driving, I always remind students of the three core elements for straight-line driving: vision, steering wheel, and speed. Your gaze must be fixed on the end of the road or a distant reference point, which helps detect directional deviations early—avoid looking down at the dashboard or nearby road signs. Steering should be delicate; maintain a gentle touch without rigid force. Adjust slowly only when you feel the car drifting, keeping each turn under 10 degrees to prevent weaving. Maintain a steady speed around 30 km/h with smooth throttle control to avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration that could cause body sway. During training, I have students repeatedly practice short-distance straight-line driving to reinforce muscle memory, ensuring exam performance is rock-solid. Mastering this foundational skill greatly enhances daily driving safety and reduces the risk of errors from fatigue.

Having driven a taxi for over a decade, I deeply understand the importance of straight-line driving in daily commuting. The operation is actually quite simple: hold the steering wheel gently without gripping too tightly, and keep your eyes on the far end of the road or distant vehicles. Maintain a speed of around 30 km/h, neither too fast nor too slow, and keep the throttle steady. If the car drifts slightly to the left, gently turn the steering wheel a little to the right and then straighten it, and vice versa. Stay relaxed during this process, keep your body at ease, and breathe evenly. This applies equally on urban roads or highways, and it can help avoid fines or accidents. When practicing, pay attention to your habits, such as avoiding looking down at your phone or getting distracted by conversations.


