Which feature helps the driver monitor the position of the front wheel relative to the kerb?

Which feature helps the driver monitor the position of the front wheel relative to the kerb?

• A. The tachograph
• B. The nearside additional mirror
• C. The rearview mirror
• D. The rev counter

Answer: (B)

When manoeuvring close to a kerb, you need to see where the front wheel will travel relative to the curb. The nearside additional mirror gives an extra view of the front left corner and wheel, which isn’t visible through the standard cab mirrors. This lets you judge the wheel’s position and steer or stop in time to avoid clipping the kerb. The tachograph tracks driving hours, the rearview mirror shows traffic behind, and the rev counter indicates engine speed, so they don’t help with judging the front wheel’s distance to the kerb.

When manoeuvring close to a kerb, you need to see where the front wheel will travel relative to the curb. The nearside additional mirror gives an extra view of the front left corner and wheel, which isn’t visible through the standard cab mirrors. This lets you judge the wheel’s position and steer or stop in time to avoid clipping the kerb. The tachograph tracks driving hours, the rearview mirror shows traffic behind, and the rev counter indicates engine speed, so they don’t help with judging the front wheel’s distance to the kerb.