going in reverse....

[rody084]

hi,
DMV test is tomorow... I have some people saying that I must have both hands on the steering wheel at all times including when I am backing up and others that say that i can put my arm over the passenger's seat when backing up.
Putting my arm over feels a lot more natural and safe for me, but I was wondering if anyone knows if I am supposed to keep both hands on the wheel or not?
im in cali by the way,

ty in advanced for any help

[ChrisCantSkate]

well, im not possitve, but if you have the DMV book, it should have the answer in it

[rody084]

dmv book doesnt specify anything :(

[ChrisCantSkate]

hmm... that sucks then

[SolPol]

I was always taught in driving classes (if I recall correctly) that it's always two hands unless you're reversing, then put your arm over on the passenger seat.

[mt.biker]

in canada, both hands on the wheel even when reversing....

[G-M-W]

i had to be facing forward and only use the mirrors...so 2 hands on wheel

[ChrisCantSkate]

Originally posted by G-M-W
i had to be facing forward and only use the mirrors...so 2 hands on wheel
thats how i reverse. its to much easyer i think

[firstgeardude]

i remember this from my drivers ED instructor who told me that you can put your arm on the back of the passengers seat while reversing

[BlackWolf]

ditto!