Which side is the steering wheel on in Taiwan's cars?

[Paul]

In Taiwan, the steering wheel of cars is on the left side, the same as in mainland China. Introduction to steering wheel lock: The anti-theft function of a car is activated by a small action after the engine is turned off. For example, after parking the car and removing the key, if you try to turn the steering wheel, it will be locked. Principle of steering wheel lock: This happens because after parking and removing the key, turning the steering wheel again causes the steering lock and steering column to automatically engage, thereby locking the steering wheel, which also serves to protect the vehicle.

[DelEmmanuel]

During my self-driving trip around Taiwan, I noticed that the steering wheels of cars in Taiwan are on the left side, just like in mainland China. This is mainly because Taiwan also follows a right-hand traffic system, so having the steering wheel on the left makes it more convenient for drivers to observe the road ahead. I rented a car in Taipei and initially worried about getting used to it, but found that the driver's seat position was identical to that in mainland China, even the turn signal lever was on the left. However, be aware that some roads in Taiwan are quite narrow, and driving too fast can easily lead to side mirror scrapes. I remember once encountering a scooter on the mountainous roads of Jiufen—it was precisely because the steering wheel was on the left that I could swiftly avoid it. I recommend tourists familiarize themselves with local traffic signs in advance, as reaction time can be very short at higher speeds.

[VonPreston]

During my daily commute in Taipei, I noticed that all cars have their steering wheels on the left side, whether they are private vehicles or buses. This design is actually directly related to traffic regulations—countries that drive on the right typically place the driver's seat on the left. Last week, when I took a taxi to Songshan Airport, the driver mentioned the steering wheel position, saying it provides better visibility when turning, especially when making right turns to see pedestrians on crosswalks. Personally, I think the biggest convenience is the ease of taking toll cards at toll booths, unlike right-hand drive cars where you have to reach far. However, once when driving a friend's newly imported car, he mentioned that the steering wheel position affects the direction of the windshield wipers' movement, a detail I hadn't noticed before.

[ElliotRose]

Having driven in Taiwan for over a decade, it's common knowledge that the steering wheel is on the left. This layout suits right-hand traffic conditions, making it particularly convenient to observe the opposite lane when overtaking. I remember once driving on the winding mountain roads of Yangmingshan, where the left-side steering wheel position gave me a clear view of the cliff edge. Nowadays, new cars come equipped with blind spot monitoring systems, but the fundamental position design remains unchanged.

[VanCaden]

I've repaired hundreds of local Taiwanese cars, and the steering wheels are uniformly on the left side. This design is indeed reasonable, as it allows the driver to better judge the distance between vehicles when driving on the right side of the road. Last week, while replacing a steering axle for a customer, he asked why Taiwan doesn't adopt right-hand drive cars like Japan. Actually, this is related to the entire road system. Gas stations, toll booths, and even roadside parking spaces in Taiwan are designed for left-hand drive vehicles. However, during repairs, I've noticed that the steering wheel position can affect the wear rate of certain components, necessitating regular inspections of the steering knuckle.

[MacCamille]

Having compared vehicle designs across more than twenty regions, Taiwan's steering wheel is fixed on the left side, which is the same as in the United States and Germany. This design is consistent in right-hand traffic countries. I once drove a right-hand drive Japanese car in Taiwan and found it quite uncomfortable, often misjudging turning angles. During a self-drive trip in Kaohsiung last year, I specifically noticed that even garbage truck drivers operate the mechanical arm from the left side. The steering wheel position is actually related to the entire control system, such as the corresponding adjustment of the accelerator and brake layout. It is recommended that mainland tourists try out the car before self-driving in Taiwan, as although the steering wheel position is the same, some button configurations may differ.