Can You Reverse Along the Original Path in Left Reverse Parking?
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Left reverse parking can be done along the original path. Below is the method for positioning during left reverse parking: Observe the position of the left rearview mirror and the parking line: Turn left one full circle plus 90 degrees when the left rearview mirror is still a short distance away from the parking line. For shorter individuals, this should be done a bit earlier, while taller individuals can wait until the rearview mirror reaches the parking line before turning fully. Check the position of the car body and the left corner of the parking space through the left rearview mirror: Predict whether the car body will cross the line. If continuing to reverse in the current direction causes the distance between the car body and the corner of the parking space to become too narrow, then turn the steering wheel back half a circle to widen the distance, and then turn fully again after the distance is widened.
When practicing reverse parking, I often wondered if I could drive out the same way I reversed in. Honestly, it's not possible. When reversing, the rear wheels follow the steering direction while the front wheels remain fixed, but when driving out, the front wheels actively steer. During my driving test for Subject 2, I tried driving straight out along the reverse path, and the front of the car immediately crossed the line, causing me to fail. Now, whenever I park, I remember: after reversing in and stopping, first straighten the wheels, lightly press the accelerator to move straight for about half a meter, and then turn the steering wheel only after seeing the headlights of the adjacent car in the side mirror. This gives the front of the car enough space to turn, especially when parking between two cars—maintaining a safe distance is crucial.
