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Reversing around bend/corner.

  • 19-08-2022 12:27AM
    #1
    bassy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,625 ✭✭✭


    Hey all I've 11 lessons done and still find the reversing is my weak point,and also proper parking distance from the kerb/footpath.

    Any ideas as I find it difficult even looking in the passenger mirror to judge etc can I adjust the passenger mirror down towards the back wheel when reversing around bend or corner.


    I don't have a car to drive on the road for practice,so my lessons have really been the only road time I've had.



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  • #2
    [Steve]
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 196 ✭✭[Steve]


    You can adjust the mirror as necessary before carrying out the manoeuvre. Just adjust it back before setting off afterwards.

    I'd recommend not rushing, keep your head on a swivel for observation, and try practice on different types of corners/situations. For example - on a grade, tight corners, high/low kerbs, reverse into parking bays/driveway.

    Personally found that while I was learning to drive I would choose to reverse into parking spots instead of driving straight in. It forces you to learn/get better. In real life you're not really going to be in many situations that require you to reverse around a bend at a junction but you'll definitely be reverse parking, etc.

    Finally -- highly recommend dedicating a lesson to reversing (per above situations) so your instructor can help iron out any issues.

    Good luck.



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