Semi-trailer Reversing Tips
When the semi-trailer is reversed, it is in the opposite direction, and drivers who are new to the semi-trailer need to get used to it for a while. When reversing, you should grasp the position and direction of the vehicle and check the rearview mirror. If the trailer is relatively long, or the terrain is complex and the field of vision is limited, a person can be in charge of the command under the car, which will make it easier to operate.
Master the basic methods to understand the reversing skills
Before reversing, adjust the front of the car and the body, try to keep the front and trailer straight, or the front of the car is tilted to the side of the target parking space, and then operate according to the basic method: turn the steering wheel clockwise when reversing to the left, and turn the steering wheel counterclockwise when reversing to the right. steering wheel. Be careful not to kill the direction, the semi-trailer is also corrected while reversing. If you can't turn around, get off the front of the car and back up again.
When the parking space is on the right, the steering wheel should be turned to the left when reversing, and the distance between the right rear wheel and the road crossing should be clearly seen. When you see the right rear wheel of the trailer entering the parking space, you need to turn the direction faster at this time, make the body straight as soon as possible, and pay attention to the left wheel of the trailer. When the rear body is about to be straightened, quickly return the wheel, so that the body and the front of the car can be turned straight. If it is still not straight, it can be adjusted again.
Focus on staying calm
Knowing the basic method, the rest is practice, but usually pay attention to the following points:
1. No matter whether you are going forward or reversing, you must see the surrounding situation clearly. In the case of limited field of vision, people can help command, but try to keep the commander in the field of vision and keep the distance between people and vehicles.
2. When reversing, you must observe carefully and slow down. Even if the old driver is skilled, don't take it lightly. Because there are many accidents caused by reversing every year, don't let your carelessness hurt yourself and others.
3. To maintain a good attitude, no matter what the situation should be calm. If you can't get one, it doesn't matter if you get a few more, don't worry even if someone urges you to sound the horn, the same driver will understand.
