Driving maneuvers
Reversing & turning
Learn essential reversing and turning techniques including three-point turns, reverse parking, and backing up safely.
Safe Reversing
Always check all around the vehicle before reversing. Use mirrors and turn your head to check blind spots.
Three-Point Turn
The three-point turn (or K-turn) is used to turn around on a narrow road. Signal, check traffic, and execute carefully.
Key points
- 01Check all around before reversing
- 02Go slowly when backing up
- 03Use all mirrors and turn to look
- 04Yield to all traffic when making turns
Pro tips
- Walk around your vehicle before reversing in unfamiliar areas
- Use backup camera as aid, not replacement for looking
- Practice in empty parking lots
Common mistakes to avoid
- Reversing too fast
- Only using mirrors without turning to look
- Not checking for pedestrians
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