How to Align Reference Points and Steer for Parallel Parking in Driving Test Subject 2?
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Start in low gear. When the driver aligns with the reference point, turn the steering wheel to the right. When the vehicle advances to the point where the front of the car is centered at the reference point, quickly turn the steering wheel to the left to direct the front of the car toward the left side of the road. Shift into reverse gear and back up. When the rear of the car approaches the right boundary line of the parking space (garage), immediately turn the steering wheel to the left to its maximum position.
When teaching many people how to steer during parallel parking, the key is identifying critical reference points. First, park the vehicle parallel to the parking space with a 30-50 cm gap—neither too close nor too far. When starting, watch the right side mirror until the front right corner of the space fully appears in the mirror, then immediately turn the steering wheel all the way to the right. Next, focus on the left side mirror and wait patiently until the rear corner of the space becomes completely visible, then quickly straighten the steering wheel to align the wheels and let the car glide into the space. If the car isn't straight after parking, make slight adjustments to correct its position. Remember, steering must be decisive—hesitation can cause misalignment or crossing lines. Since people vary in height, mirror reference points may differ; practice more to find your ideal spot. Safety first—operate at low speed to minimize errors.
