Why Do I Always Cross the Line When Driving Through Curves?
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Sitting in the driver's seat and looking forward, there is a blind spot of several meters due to the obstruction of the front part of the car. The driver may feel as if they are about to cross the line and thus hesitate to stay too close to the outer edge, often steering inward instead. This can result in the car being too close to the inner side, causing the inner rear wheel to touch or cross the inner protruding area. Below are some key points drivers should pay attention to: 1. Touching the protruding area one: (1) Crossing the inner line immediately upon entering the curve. This happens when turning the wheel left too early or too much upon entering the curve. The correct approach is to turn the wheel one full turn first and make gradual minor adjustments while driving. (2) Crossing the inner line in the middle or later part of the first curve. This occurs when the minor adjustments made after turning left are too large. The correct adjustment should not exceed 1/4 of a full turn after the initial full turn. 2. Touching the protruding area two: (1) Crossing the inner line immediately upon entering the second curve. This is caused by turning the wheel right too early or too much when entering the right curve. The correct method is to straighten the wheel first and then turn it one full turn, making gradual minor adjustments while driving. (2) Crossing the inner line in the middle or later part of the second curve. This happens when turning the wheel right too much or making minor adjustments that are too large. The correct adjustment should not exceed 1/4 of a full turn after the initial full turn. 3. Curve exit: When the car's front is aligned with the exit direction of the curve, the steering wheel should be straightened in time to avoid the right rear wheel crossing the line.
I think the main reasons for frequently crossing the line during curve driving lie in driving skills and psychological factors. When I first started driving, I always crossed the roadside white lines, especially during rainy days or at night when visibility was poor. Driving too fast was a big issue - if I didn't slow down in time before turning, the car would easily slide outward. Another key point was improper steering wheel operation. When I was just learning, I tended to turn the wheel too sharply at once, causing the car to deviate. Visual guidance is also crucial - I used to focus only on the road 2-3 meters ahead while neglecting the entire curve's endpoint, leading to misjudgment. Later, I practiced entering curves at slower speeds and scanning further ahead in advance, which significantly improved the situation. My suggestion is to slow down before curves, maintain steady speed during turns, and observe the curve's shape more carefully - it's much safer this way. After practicing this way for some time, my line-crossing incidents decreased dramatically, making my driving much smoother.
From the vehicle's perspective, curve line crossing is often caused by equipment issues. I've encountered situations like severe wear on the front tires where insufficient friction during turns causes the car to drift off course. If the steering system isn't properly maintained with delayed response, the wheel turns a beat slower, making it hard to control the trajectory. Additionally, suspension systems that are too soft or too stiff can also affect performance, causing excessive body roll in curves and deviation from the intended path. I recommend regularly checking tire pressure and wear to ensure even force distribution. The inspection and replacement of power steering fluid should not be overlooked, especially after frequent driving. This helps maintain better handling, prevents accidental line crossing in curves, and enhances safety.
