How to Avoid Crossing the Line During Parallel Parking?
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Before starting parallel parking, position your vehicle correctly, maintaining a distance of 30-50 centimeters between the right side of the car and the curb. Throughout the process, it's crucial to keep the speed slow and avoid stalling the engine. You'll need to constantly check different reference points in the mirrors while coordinating hand movements. Synchronization between hands and feet is essential.
I think the key to parallel parking without crossing the line is to control the distance and angle properly. At first, I always ran over the line when reversing, but later I learned to start farther away from the car in front—about half a car length—so there's space to ease in slowly. Align with the side mirror to check the curb line, not too close or too far, usually around 30 centimeters. If the line is unclear, use the alignment of the rear bumper with the roadside wall or a lamppost as a reference. Practice in an open area a few times to get the feel, preferably with a friend guiding you. Be extra careful on rainy days when the road is slippery—keep the speed slow and avoid jerky steering. Remember, parking isn’t a race; safety comes first to avoid scratches or tickets. Once you develop this habit, even the tightest city parking spots won’t intimidate you.
