Which steering technique is correct when backing?

• A. Steer in the opposite direction
• B. Turn wheel while moving
• C. Use hand-over-hand technique only
• D. Steer in the same direction you want to move the vehicle

Answer: (D)

When you back up, steer in the direction you want the car to go. The steering wheel directs the front wheels, and those wheels steer the whole car. So if you want the back end to move toward the left, turn the wheel to the left; if you want to back straight, keep the wheel straight. This alignment helps you follow the intended path, making backing safer and more predictable. Remember to back slowly, use your mirrors, and glance over your shoulder to monitor where you’re going. The exact hand-placement method (hand-over-hand or push-pull) is a technique choice, but the essential rule is steering toward the direction you want to move.