Which part of the bus should be even with the front bumper of a parked car?

The pivot point of the bus is the correct part that should align with the front bumper of a parked car when making a turn. The pivot point is generally located near the front of the bus, just behind the front axle, and is where the bus begins to turn. Proper alignment at this point is crucial for safely navigating turns and ensuring that the bus can clear obstacles, like parked cars, without the rear of the bus clipping the vehicle.

When executing a turn, if the pivot point is aligned with the front of the parked car, the driver can better gauge the clearance between the bus’s rear and the parked vehicle. This alignment helps in preventing accidents and maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles, a critical aspect of driving a large vehicle like a bus. The other parts of the bus, such as the rear overhang or center, do not provide the same perspective that the pivot point does regarding spatial awareness during turns.