When to Straighten the Wheel When Exiting a Curve?
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Straighten the wheel when the rearview mirror passes the curve corner. Below are some related tips for driving through curves: 1. Avoid stopping: When entering the curve, pay attention to the position of the front of the car. Try to keep the outer front tire close to the right edge of the curve while driving. Use the rearview mirror to judge the distance from the edge line to avoid crossing it. Proceed in first gear with the clutch partially engaged, and the speed can be slow, but stopping is not allowed. During the movement of the vehicle, observe the left and right rearview mirrors to control the distance from the edge line. 2. Pay attention to the position of the front of the car: When exiting the curve driving test area, align the front of the car with the exit, straighten the wheel, and continue driving to complete the curve driving.
When it comes to the timing of straightening the steering wheel at the exit of a curve, I believe it mainly depends on the vehicle speed and road conditions. While navigating curves, I prefer to observe roadside markers or the end of the curve. When the car is about to enter the straight section and the body posture begins to stabilize, I gradually straighten the wheels. It shouldn't be done too abruptly, as it could easily cause the tail to swing out, especially on slippery roads. New drivers on highways need to be extra cautious—turning back too early may cause the car to drift out of the lane, while turning back too late could lead to oversteering and loss of control. I usually wait until the road curvature reduces to almost a straight line before gently adjusting the steering back to the center, while also glancing at the rearview mirror to ensure safety. In daily driving, this feels like going with the flow—practice makes perfect, and keeping the speed below 40 km/h allows for more flexible reactions.
