As driver you need to know the method of steering applied whenever driving .
In Zimbabwe we are examined the method of steering which is 10 to 2 position or quarter to three position as on a watch .
My instructor driver's Handbook says you must hold your steering wheel , " not gripping tightly, but ready to exert maximum leverage when necessary*
The Student Driver's Handbook says for maximum control of the steering wheel you need a light but " firm grip " .This means your hands as a driver must be flexible, not irony" hands , like John Cena in a wrestling tournament " using his vice- grip holding the opponent
The police driver's handbook, Roadcraft manual concurs and says" your hands will be placed at 10 to 2 position , not gripping tightly but ready to exert maximum leverage when necessary*.
Driving like any field has gone through metarmphosis Because of these changes , AAA suggests using the 9 and 3 position known as the " parallel position" or 8 to 4 position , on the steering as these techniques allows you to mantain control of your vehicle while increasing safety and reducing driver fatigue .
AAA emphasises that the parallel position improves stability of the vehicle and the body's centre of gravity and reduces unintended and excessive steering wheel movements.
The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration in the United Kingdom , reports that 10 to 2 position puts your hands in the path of the car's " airbag " and there is a chance your hands will be propelled backwards into your face in the event of an accident causing severe injury.
Driving experts say holding the steering at 10 to 2 position is remnant from an era before power steering became "standard" on all vehicles . When turning is required more .force was used .
.The 10 to 2 position allowed you to pull down on the wheel on a regular basis, your wheel should be easy to turn. Unless you have forgotten to change your power steering.
Daimon Phiri is a published author of books and articles on motoring and driving.
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