What to Do If You Can't Steer the Wheel While Learning to Drive?
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The practice methods for steering the wheel while learning to drive are: 1. Make full use of a reference point on the front of the car; 2. Utilize the peripheral vision of both eyes effectively; 3. Develop a good habit of not moving the steering wheel unless the car's front deviates; 4. Combine with field training to practice the timing and speed of turning the steering wheel; 5. Cultivate a feel for the car. The correct hand position on the steering wheel should be: the left hand at the 9 o'clock position and the right hand at the 3 o'clock position, with the palms slightly tightened and thumbs naturally resting. To determine whether you've turned the steering wheel half a turn or a full turn, refer to the brand logo and horn mark on the steering wheel. After a full turn, the position of the brand logo and horn remains unchanged; after a half turn, the brand logo and horn are upside down.
I've encountered many people who struggle with steering when learning to drive, especially at the beginning when hands and feet just wouldn't cooperate. The key is to start with the basics: find an empty space, sit in the car, close the door without starting the engine, and focus on practicing turning the steering wheel—left a few degrees, right a few degrees—until it naturally returns to center without thinking. Feel the hand position at each turn, and remember the steering wheel has fixed positions like a clock. Get a good instructor to guide you and point out mistakes. Don’t rush during practice; 20 minutes a day is enough to avoid fatigue-induced stiffness. Simulate real scenarios, like low-speed turns in parking lots, gradually increasing speed to adapt to flowing traffic. With persistence, you’ll build muscle memory, and steering will become second nature. Always prioritize safety—don’t venture onto roads until you’re confident, as practice makes perfect.
