How to Steer a Car Properly | Driving Instructor Explains

Learn how to steer a car correctly!
Learning how to steer a car is one of the most important things to learn as a new driver. This is because when you actively start to think about it, you must be able to steer in any given situation. You also have to learn how to stay centered in your lane, and to be able to do that, you have to know how to steer properly.
In this video, driving instructor Jacqueline will show you a few steering techniques using GoPros and a head camera so you easily can understand all the tips and tricks. As a driving instructor, she knows all of the common problems students face and how to fix them.
So if you're looking to learn about steering your car - this driving lesson will be perfect for you!
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This video is meant to help learner drivers in the United States by receiving help from seasoned driving instructors and drivers education professionals. Remember that legislation and driving laws can vary from state to state. It is your responsibility to verify that the information presented in this video is in accordance with the laws specified in your State’s driver's handbook. The creators of the video cannot be held liable for any consequences caused by any information that is in any way inaccurate, misleading, or deemed to be lacking in any way. The creators of this video cannot be held liable for any person failing their behind-the-wheel test or written test. It is the responsibility of each person driving a vehicle to make sure that they are driving in a safe manner within the limits of the law.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:23 Info about today’s video
00:55 How to position your chair
01:44 Steering techniques
02:44 Zutobi product video
03:20 Steering techniques #2
04:00 How much to turn the steering wheel?
05:22 Driving and making turns (head cam)
06:30 Common challenges
07:12 How to make really good left/right turn
09:03 Lines and stamps helps you to be a better driver
10:08 Driving an older car
10:44 Summary
11:23 Outro

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[@SpiderLily38]

I'm almost 38, and am facing my fear of driving. It's been hard to feel like I'm going to be able to conquer it because I have trouble with smooth turns, knowing when / how much to accelerate and decelerate during them, and letting the wheel slide back. I have anxiety so my palms get sweaty and I feel like I have to grip the wheel and do more work than I need to. I wish Jacqueline was my teacher, she is so calm and explains everything slowly and precisely. These videos have been helping with my anxiousness. I'm using a driving school down the road and the first instructor I had was a very young guy, and he was nice, but didn't explain things really at all. He just kind of threw me in to neighborhood driving and I was a nervous wreck. The second instructor was much more calm, seemed like he's helped people with fears of driving and I was really comfortable with him because of how he explained things to me. The third one I had was an older woman , who was very nice, and explained things to me well, but for some reason I felt intimidated. I guess because she's got almost 60 years of experience.

[@mosesndaba8251]

I like her calmness during instructions session. Very gentle and precise.

[@okiedokey3106]

I'm 19, I've got my test in two days this really helped me to calm down also you were smiling through out the video my instructor is on rough side. Today he smiled because I didn't make any mistakes thank you

[@annar220]

My instructor is like a gym teacher... I hate it

[@okiedokey3106]

I got my licensee today @@annar220

[@Zutobi_US]

Congratulations on getting your license! 🚗🎉 That's a fantastic achievement. Remember to always drive safely and responsibly. If you have any questions in the future, feel free to ask. Happy driving!

[@customization101]

Thanks so much for keeping the camera on you, so we can see exactly how you see the streets in front of you. A lot of other KZbinrs in the middle which isn't realistic. Thanks a lot

[@aries4751]

true

[@bubuwinnie2009]

Watchinh your driving videos make me love driving more!! Driving is so chill and enjoyable when I watch your videos!!! Thank u for all the tutorials!!

[@kannonfps]

may sound stupid for some but i've been practicing these with my g920 ("gaming" wheel) and it does help a lot, my teacher was actually surprised by how i was already holding/using the wheel "properly" thanks to you and the practice i've done at home. Obviously nothing comes even close to the real thing but building the right habits from the start does help a lot when put into the real situation i feel (at least for me it helped)

[@dulce3195]

You are so gentle and encouraging! I appreciate you so much! You are such a blessing!!

[@sabrinasown]

I AM GOING TO PASSED MY LICENSE TEST WHEN THE TIME COMES FOR ME TO GO' ' I BELIEVE IN MYSELF 04-22-23

[@nick9115]

did you pass

[@emmaregev6913]

Thank you Jacqueline and traffic engineers for setting me up for success. What would I do without you!

[@josephsiyanda.5112]

It's shame my instructor never teach me about this.. despite paying more money..he is alawys yelling and shouting at me..

[@Zutobi_US]

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[@wherefreespiritsroam]

Same. Or he says stuff like “go,go, gooo pretty girl”. Or he will say quick, quick then will say slow down. No clear instructions. He also grabs at me and the wheel during lesson.

[@thelostpuppy5483]

​@@wherefreespiritsroam well, if he grab the wheel during thw steering that just means he have to take control of the wheel. It is necessary. While the other statement is something i fed up too😅

[@triciascrib5589]

​@@wherefreespiritsroamOh looks like we have the same driving instructor 🤣😂😂😂

[@oswellmuranda4721]

am sure most instructors turn rude when dishing out instructions... its very shameful

[@missliza3884]

Thank you for this, I love your videos, they make me so calm and positive 🥰

[@gueyendioro10]

Hello Jacqueline. Thanks a bunch for this video and all the other ones i have watched so far. ❤ I looove how you clearly explain everything. Blessings for you!

[@wholegirma1220]

Your tutorials are always informative. Thank you so much!

[@angelainyt]

Everyday, I watch your videos Jacqueline, so I can be a good driver 😊

[@sholotahloya2023]

Hey, Jackie and thank you for all your videos! Good job

[@user-fn2wb2yq8j]

Really helpful! :) Jacqueline so sweet and explained very cool! ❤️

[@EdwinMogire-ec1hm]

Yes yes it works really enjoyed implementing this on my driving practice

[@FraeuleinYT]

2:32 is how I always do and my instructor said that he likes how I’m steering. 😊

[@winvishnu]

Well said and excellent camera view and animation of the steering too. Kindly share the info regarding camera brand / animation tips. Thanks ☺️🙏

[@slimeybaby3815]

She makes me feel comfortable, great teacher!

[@seiwal7089]

Thank you for this it’s helping a lot since turning seems to be my biggest trouble I always cross my arms now I see why it’s so hard

[@allanrigunan1456]

9vvk ll

[@user-bj2td5no8v]

Nice one I really enjoyed your teaching keep it up.

[@suzzette8673]

I’m enrolled to the driving school it’s help me a lot watching your video, thank you!

[@MuniraHassin]

THE BEST VIDEO I HAVE SEEN ABOUT STEERING

[@diegogonzalezsoto7314]

This deserves more subs

[@vinaychauhan2253]

Very nice training. You are awesome.

[@RVJTV]

Thanks a lot for the very precise teaching!!!

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We're happy to hear our lessons are making a difference for you 😌Remember, safe driving is a lifelong commitment!🙂✌

[@rudolphbillups3119]

@@Zutobi_US yessir I got problems with turning

[@prakashanvalavil9012]

Excellent explanation... Great

[@itsbarbie2465]

Thank you so much 😊 this made me feel more confident with steering ❤

[@amhash]

M 😊bu

[@mary-dawnjames9995]

You're an excellent instructor 😊😊

[@cameroni8543]

i needed this thank you

[@personaljosh1006]

Thank you, this video was very helpful!

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[@dexterreyes9372]

Subscribing to this. Makes me feel relaxed driving. 😊

[@lunnaramos8325]

I love you Jacqueline. You saved my life

[@lisaalmen7335]

Wonderful video. Thank you very much Mam.

[@addisabebayehu9918]

Thank you so much Jaculine, ur calm voice, the way U express things easily is very nice! keep going Please.

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[@addisabebayehu9918]

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[@raymondperez3553]

I Wish She Was My Instructor, The Instructor I Had When I Did My Test Was So Mean And Rude. Which Made Me More Nervous And Worried.

[@tonicrawford375]

Sorry you experienced that. That’s one of the things i fear. I’m praying for a Instructor that’s not mean.

[@lavonnealexander6936]

Replace her immediately

[@mec7700]

mean are better

[@juneaux7730]

the giddy smile from moving the seat alone has my confidence boosted for learning 😭 very endearing to see that it's kind of a fun activity actually

[@cydcruzz]

I'm having a test drive next week and that makes me anxious but thank you for making a video like this! It helps me to lessen my worries!

[@Zutobi_US]

Thank you for the positive feedback! 😊 Good luck on your driving test!🤞 You've put in the time and effort to prepare, and we're confident you'll do great.

[@shahabutanjinsinha424]

Thank you so much ❤

[@shaibrry]

i had the first half of my 6 hours today and i did so bad with steering and the wheel lol, i was so close to the left or too far right and i did bad with the wheel

[@razenroy8386]

Many Thank You.

[@robensonjoseph654]

You're so helpful!!

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[@kennethlieu3494]

awesome video

[@francescoira57]

I have my driving test tomorrow, I'll update you! Wish me luck! :)

[@saidsalak4130]

Thank you so much from England

[@josephsiyanda.5112]

Perfect explanation ☝️☝️☝️

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[@blessingisime7566]

I just started my practical, i oversteers 😢 it so frustrating 😫 i don't just know when to stop turning the steering wheel. Help !

[@pamlucas2350]

Good lesson get prepare take my Tests

[@user-tx7bx2ec6z]

Thank You Jacqueline I'll Remember Those Tips.

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[@renitachature385]

I learning right now to drive 😌

[@mosesturyomurugyendonimaru2699]

Thanks alot.

[@Beatsystems]

video is amazing!

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[@abdupms6187]

Thank you very much good to hear thanks for your video

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[@julianwilliams7109]

Some drivers legs 🦵 are short so they have to be closely at the steering

[@renitachature385]

Your so nice I wish you were my teacher learning me to drive

[@MarleneCorrales]

oh thank you so much!!😊😊

[@DanteHaye]

Im learning more about steering here than from my actual driving instructor

[@janellesaunders6493]

i’m 20 just got my car and my driving anxiety is through the roof and theirs some techniques i need to brush up on i just hope i get over this anxious feeling

[@GrannyLaLa1960]

Been driving since the 70’s. Only 1 wreck my fault and that was going around unknown curve too fast in wet conditions. Other thing was more an incident. Half a log in lodged from under a big truck and flew across the road at me. I ran over it and destroyed my tires. Anyways, all this in cb ing the wheel looks like too much work. We did the hand over and it was so much smoother. Still do a version of it today.

[@teshomehailu8268]

Thank you

[@tessannybondad9824]

Nice thank you

[@user-eo4ik1ou7r]

Nice video and the topic is actual for me, thx

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[@UnknownInformation_]

7:40 is when it really starts to get good i drive sometimes with my friends and my turns be too wide dont want to step in the road stopping traffic

[@prakashpatel3598]

Good video

[@DeniseSweat-fg8kz]

Finally I got over my driving anxiety driving my boyfriend car.

[@kev-othegamer]

Thank you.

[@Zutobi_US]

Thanks for your support!😌🙏

[@fufaanbessa8939]

very good

[@DDJReacts]

The problem I’m having is the turning of the steering wheel making a U-Turn, left side or right side. I want to give up but I don’t want to because I will feel like I let my family down. God help me😢

[@shardamohabir2955]

Same with me too

[@maryjonakalembe9227]

Me too.

[@aneeshbhasker9672]

Awesome! From India

[@pradhyudh]

Me 2

[@abdupms6187]

Thanks mum for your explain I will use your idea

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[@abdupms6187]

Thanks mum 16th. I went to my driving test. I Pass

[@rajuparmar1862]

Very nice technique

[@Vaayu62]

Steering knowledge while reversing is also important. If possible pl create lesson for that.thanks.

[@Katie_Plays]

Can you make a video on turning left on busy intersections on blinking arrows?

[@miguelllanto9520]

Appreciate you

[@KashmirParadise786]

Thanks Teach me more

[@rudolphbillups3119]

Thank u 🙏🏾

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[@monaayandeng6457]

Waw she drives smoothly

[@williammartin5523]

I be watching this show I love watching and I’m willing learn how to drive do be showing paddle control

[@QnA22]

I am from the Netherlands and was taught the 10 - 14 o'clock position. But it's nice to see the advantage of the 9 - 15 position too. It seems to allow the push/pull technique a bit more. Though, it does seem to be less safe as the steering wheel in this video is blocking a former feel if required sure to its design. I've never encountered a pot hole, so it's not necessary to keep your thumbs from grabbing the wheel. In case of emergency, i can imagine you would want to really grab the wheel and have control over it. At 9-15 and thumbs out with this wheel design might make that lots harder to do and may even cause you to slip your hands of of the wheel? /rant, what i am basically asking, is there a good reason for 9-15 and not 10-14?

[@Zutobi_US]

Both the 9-3 and 10-2 hand positions have their merits. The 9-3 position provides more leverage for the push-pull technique and allows for smoother turns. However, it's important to note that some modern cars have airbags located in the center of the steering wheel, which can be a safety concern for the thumbs-in position. In such cases, the 9-3 position is recommended. Ultimately, the best hand position may vary based on individual comfort and the specific features of the vehicle. It's essential to choose a position that allows for safe and controlled steering.

[@seralevin7188]

Thank you, your video and personality make whole sterling fun

[@gtsonev]

The more I watch, the more I'm sure I can't do this.

[@kiablis4371]

You got this! Take it slow

[@andreamarquez1768]

I swear I felt the EXACT same way. I cried in the car and told myself I would never be able to try. That I would fail my driving test thousands of times. But practice and do it slowly at first. You can do this.

[@zeenatjoomratty684]

I feel same like you

[@rogerdodgerxd]

i recommend having someone to drive you to a big empty parking lot and practice steering, parking, and throttle control. thats how I build my confidence up and I just started to drive recently. you guys definitely got this!!!

[@andreamarquez1768]

@@rogerdodgerxd How about driving on the highways? I have a huge fear of driving in the highway where there are many other cars.

[@mirror2779]

This method is called Push Pull method it is the standard method in UK but not in EU. The EU safe driving technic is called scissors method or the cross hand method. When you turn hard left or hard right and leave the wheel to do it's own work,what if the steering mechanism fails and wheel don't return at it's own, can you afford to risk the safety of your occupants? Even the most reliable mechanism may fail at times.

[@paulgansler8579]

Found this video and after about five seconds realized they are driving around where I live. El cerrito ca. use one of these roads all time. Funny.

[@zavieshairplace6052]

The guy that waved at you at the end 😁😊

[@ven.s.anandasagarathero2407]

❤much more Excellent.....

[@lwkbilly]

Curious mind wants to know if you are driving a Toyota Venza. ❤

[@serkethiopiayoutubechannel4256]

Thank you so much!

[@user-nn6rm2or8k]

When you see you have a right turn in front of you then you turn your steering wheel about 180° from its normal position which is 9-15. When you have to change the lane from right to left, then you turn your steering wheel about 90° from its normal position. Am I right?

[@aneeshbhasker9672]

Kindly do reverse technics

[@junevue9665]

Should i go then steer or steer then go for left turns

[@user-ei6jl6xk8w]

Thankyou you 💓 😘 💗 💖 you ❤️ good tachometer driving 🚗 👍 💙❤❤

[@kimiyaf2755]

I am a new driver, more videos Hi there please!

[@pv.unmesh3203]

unmesh from India , Thank you🙏🙏🙏

[@sabrinasown]

I LITERALLY DRAWED A PICTURE ON A PIECE OF PAPER / LEFT HAND ON THE 9, RIGHT HAND ON THE 3

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[@priyaghuman613]

I passed brooo omggg

[@user-zr2sg2pf6c]

❤❤

[@ZazaNugget_]

Legit, it’s confusing. I tried driving around slowly around a parking lot, but the steering is absolutely confusing for me. How much i gotta spin the wheel to make a good turn, when do i let go and spin it back around again. The only car in my family is some big ass bmw suv, so im in the drivers seat freaking out not to hit a curb or whatnot.

[@sobiashafi4032]

wow febouls

[@EdwinMogire-ec1hm]

Yes I can saw my mistakes

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