Safe driving positions

(Baonghean.vn) -Holding the steering wheel is a seemingly simple technique, but if not done correctly, it can cause danger while participating in traffic. This is a small detail, but in reality, not everyone knows how to hold the steering wheel properly to drive safely.

Here are some rules to follow when behind the wheel:

Go straight: keep your hands at 9:15

That is, keep both hands horizontal as shown in the picture. This grip will optimize control, safety and steering ability as well as control other parts such as lights, turn signals, wipers, gear lever... When driving on flat roads, put your thumbs behind the steering wheel, that is, the grip position. If you go off-road, put your thumbs on the spokes of the steering wheel.

The grip on the steering wheel should not be too tight, just enough to control the steering wheel, if it is too tight you will not feel the feedback. A comfortable position will help you clearly perceive the steering system working as well as the quality of the road surface.

Steer gently when the car is rolling smoothly.

Under normal driving conditions on a good road surface, place your hands at the 9:15 position as described above, and gently steer in the direction of the curve of the road, even when steering quickly.

Gentle corner:When turning gently, just keep the steering position as when going straight and turn the steering wheel slightly to the right or left then return it straight.

Sharp corners:With sharp corners, the familiar way many people have used up to now is to cross their arms because they think it is very fast. Currently, this way is no longer suitable, experts recommend turning the steering wheel for safety, especially in case of an accident where the airbag deploys.

Fork:At a fork, depending on how wide or narrow it is, there are ways to turn the wheel accordingly. The important thing is to go at a moderate speed and always stay in the correct lane.

Drivers should not let the steering wheel return to the straight position.

Through the roundabout:Similar to at a three-way intersection, when going through a roundabout you should proactively control your speed and recognize the size of the roundabout to turn the steering wheel gently or quickly.

Prepare to park:If you want to slow down to find a parking space, you have to rub the steering wheel. Rubbing the steering wheel like that will prevent the car from turning too fast, which can easily cause a collision with another car.

Ngoc Anh

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