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How to accurately determine reference points for parallel parking?

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LaCole

07/24/25 10:25pm

Adjusting position: Before parallel parking, first adjust the vehicle's position. When the front wheels cross the parking line, slow down and observe the left rearview mirror. When the lower edge of the mirror aligns with the parking line, prepare for parallel parking. Observing rearview mirrors: During the reversing process, watch the right rearview mirror. When the right rear wheel appears parallel to the parking line, immediately turn the steering wheel fully to the right. Observe the left rearview mirror, and when the inner corner of the parking space becomes visible, straighten the steering wheel. Continue observing the left rearview mirror, and when the left rear wheel touches the parking line, turn the steering wheel fully to the left. Straightening the wheels: Following this method, the vehicle will gradually align itself. Observe both side mirrors, and when the car body becomes parallel with the parking lines on both sides, straighten the steering wheel.

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Rhett

08/10/25 3:01pm

As an experienced driver who has been driving for many years, I believe that mastering reference points for parallel parking requires practice. Initially, I also struggled with those points, such as stopping when the left rearview mirror aligns with the corner of the parking space or turning the wheel when the front of the car is parallel with the rear of the car ahead. However, each car's design is different, and the reference points vary. Beginners often focus too much on the mirrors and neglect the overall position, causing the car to tilt. I recommend practicing in a parking lot first to get a feel for it. Remember the key point: when the car body forms a 45-degree angle with the sideline, the reference point is accurate—slowly reverse and fine-tune the steering wheel. With practice, you'll rely on instinct rather than reference points. Weather conditions like rain or fog can affect visibility, making points harder to see. In such cases, reversing more slowly is safer. It’s also important to keep the interior rearview mirror clean to avoid blind spots. Check and record reference points each time you park, and over time, precision will come naturally.

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