Turn you car!

I am one of those that cab it to almost anywhere and when you are sitting in the backseat, watching the taxi-uncle make turns, it really looks like a piece of cake. Just turn the steering wheel and voila, you turned. But when you are a learner driver only taking to the wheel like 2 times, you will know that it's not just that simple. Anticipating when to turn and how much to turn does take some practice to get it right.

First up speed control, when you are going to make a turn, start slowing down before you reach the turn. When to slow down depends on the speed you are going. Remember to check your rear mirror before doing so, this is to not cause the driver behind you to suddenly jam brake if he is too close to you. Next signal, if going left, keep the car closer to the left and turning right, to the right. Check you blind spot before maneuvering your car. Important safety check. Once you are in the right position, start turning the steering wheel once your side mirror is parallel to the kerb, how much to turn when depend on the angle. This is no guide here to tell you do a full or lock or 1.5 turn. You have to know how much and that comes with going through the motion repeatedly. Also, remember you can't leisurely turn your wheel cos you may end up turning too late and too wide, so hands have to move faster. Look far ahead, ignore the temptation to check the side mirror to see if you are too close to the kerb. You'll find it easy that way to judge when you car is almost straightened and quickly straighten your wheels. Only start checking your rear mirror after straightening the car. This way will ensure that your car will not veer off course.

My greatest mistake(s) here is not slowing down to the desired speed and also not moving my hands first enough. I'm going to tell my instructor this when I start my revision lesson in 2 weeks' time so I can work on it.