A sense of the size of the car is the first thing on which correct and safe driving depends. Indeed, to perform any manner, you must know where the hood, trunk ends and whether you can squeeze between the cars parked in the yard. What tricks can you use to get a better feel for your car?
Instructions
Step 1
The feeling of a car includes several factors: a sense of size, speed, pedaling. Without these basics, it is difficult to learn how to drive a car, even on a deserted road. And to start "getting to know" your car is better with the dimensions. Consider its dimensions when choosing your first machine. Better if it is a full-fledged sedan or hatchback. But a small car, despite all its advantages, is not the best option. A huge SUV, in addition to its size, is also poorly controlled - such cars require special skill. Be sure to test drive the vehicle before purchasing. You should pay attention to the visibility of the car, mirrors, which should be large and transmit the image without distortion (removal or approximation). The rear window should not be small, and the A-pillars should not obstruct the view when cornering.
Step 2
To quickly get used to the size of the car, it is better to often practice parking in a confined space. This exercise is designed to get a better feel for where the car ends and how it behaves when maneuvering. To work out the elements of parking, it is better to use not a real road situation, but to set up plastic traffic cones and train the entrance between them.
Step 3
If you adjust the driver's seat to raise it higher, you will be more comfortable keeping an eye on the road. Do not look at the hood, look at the road and the vehicle ahead. And to better understand where the hood ends, practice the acceleration-deceleration exercise, the essence of which is to stop strictly in front of the marked line.
Step 4
Side dimensions can be determined from the vehicle mirrors. The outer edge of the mirror is the side of the car. Therefore, when you need to drive in a confined space, first figure out if the mirrors pass.
