Where should the front of the car be positioned during a hill start?
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The front bumper of the car during a hill start should be positioned in the middle of the yellow line for the designated parking spot. Here are some details about the hill start: 1. Rules: The timing for the hill start begins when the car starts moving. The driver must decisively engage the handbrake and press the foot brake, then release the clutch until the car vibrates, and finally release the brake. The start must not exceed 30 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds will result in a deduction of 100 points. 2. Notes: After the vehicle stops, if the front bumper of the car or the front axle of the motorcycle is not aligned with the pole line and exceeds 50 centimeters either way, it is considered a failure. If the front bumper or front axle is not aligned with the pole line but does not exceed 50 centimeters, there will be a deduction of 20 points.
As an experienced driver who has driven on mountain roads for many years, I've found that the position of the car's front end is crucial during hill starts. The main goal is to avoid rolling back or lurching forward and hitting something. Generally, the front of the car should remain relatively level—don’t intentionally raise or lower it too much. If you're stopping and starting on a slope, first park the car slightly closer to the top of the hill, with the front end tilted slightly downward but not excessively, just enough to make the whole car feel stable. The key is to find the clutch's biting point: gently release the clutch until the engine slightly vibrates, and the front of the car doesn’t jerk forward or backward—that’s when you should immediately press the accelerator to start moving. Remember, if the front is too far forward, the start will be slow and may cause rolling back; if it’s too far back, the car might lurch forward, so practicing a few times to get the feel is important. Also, don’t forget to check the rearview mirror to ensure it’s safe behind you—developing this habit can prevent accidents. In short, the position of the front end comes down to experience and adjustment, with safety as the top priority.
