Why is the right side too wide when reversing into the right-side garage in Subject 2?
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If the right side is wider than the left, it indicates that the steering was turned too late, and the wheel must be turned fully first. Below are detailed explanations about reversing into the garage: 1. Definition: Reversing into the garage is a mandatory test item for obtaining a small car driver's license after 2013. It assesses the driver's ability to maneuver the vehicle within a confined space. Reversing into the garage is a key evaluation point in the driver's test, requiring the driver to correctly reverse the vehicle into the garage from both sides while in motion. 2. Test evaluation criteria: Failure to follow the designated route or sequence results in disqualification. If the vehicle body crosses the line or fails to enter the garage, it results in disqualification. Taking more than 210 seconds to complete the reversing into the garage results in disqualification. Stopping midway deducts 5 points each time.
I've taught many students who encountered the situation where the right side is too wide when reversing into the right parking space. This is mainly due to the timing of steering wheel operation. If you turn the steering wheel to the right too slowly, or don't time the observation of the parking space corner in the right rearview mirror correctly, the car body will be too far from the parking space corner, resulting in a larger gap on the right side. Another reason could be that the speed is too fast, leaving no time to adjust the direction. Remember to always observe the left and right rearview mirrors during the reversing process. If you notice the right side is too wide, quickly turn the steering wheel slightly to the left to adjust, making the rear of the car move closer to the right. It's also important to adjust the seat and rearview mirror positions before each practice session, as inaccurate judgment of reference points is a common issue. Practice more to find the right rhythm for turning the steering wheel that suits you, and control the speed to not exceed 5 kilometers per hour. Practice makes perfect.
