When to Turn the Steering Wheel When Exiting Reverse Parking?
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The techniques for turning the steering wheel when exiting the reverse parking test are as follows: 1. Understand the sense of direction: When reversing, turning the steering wheel to the left will make the rear of the car move left, and turning it to the right will make the rear move right. Recognizing this sense of direction is the first key. 2. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction: When the rear of the car leans to one side, the steering wheel should be turned in the opposite direction. In other words, if the car body leans left, you need to turn the steering wheel right to straighten it. 3. Steering wheel technique for reverse parking: First, reverse to the right, turn the wheel fully right and wait to enter the space, straighten the wheel and make minor adjustments—just half a turn is enough. When exiting, turn the wheel fully left, keep it steady, shift to reverse, return along the same path to properly enter the space, and then exit to the right to complete the maneuver.
The timing of steering when reversing out of a parking space is really crucial. When I first started driving, I often made mistakes, but now I understand it depends on the car's position. Generally, I first check the rearview mirror to ensure safety, then slowly back out. When the rear of the car completely clears the parking line or obstacle, that's when I start turning the wheel. Turning too early can risk scraping the car in front, while turning too late might hit the car behind. When parking in my neighborhood, I prefer to let the car body straighten out a bit before turning, which makes the turning angle smoother. With a few more practices, you'll get the hang of it—especially for larger cars, you need to start turning earlier due to limited space. Remember, safety comes first; never rush and always observe carefully with steady movements. I recommend new drivers practice in an open area to minimize accidents. Driving is all about practice makes perfect.
