How to Correct Steering When Reversing into a Parking Space Too Early?
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When reversing into a parking space too early, observe the position of the car body relative to the side lines through the left and right rearview mirrors. When the car body is about to be parallel, straighten the steering wheel to correct the direction. Here is some relevant information about reversing into a parking space: 1. Overview: Reversing into a parking space is a mandatory test item for obtaining a small car driver's license after 2013. It assesses the driver's ability to operate the car in a confined space. Reversing into a parking space is one of the assessment points in the driver's test, which involves correctly maneuvering the vehicle into the parking space from both sides while in motion. There is a time limit for this test. 2. Methods: There are three most common types of reversing into a parking space. The first is the "non"-shaped reversing into a parking space, commonly found in large shopping malls. The second is the "one"-shaped reversing into a parking space by the roadside, also known as parallel parking. The third is the less common diagonal reversing into a parking space. 70% of driving students find parallel parking more challenging.
Turning the steering wheel too early when reversing into a parking space is quite common. I often made this mistake when I first started practicing driving. The correction method is actually quite simple: don’t rush to drive forward immediately; instead, continue reversing slowly while observing the left and right rearview mirrors. If the car body is too close to the parking line or crooked, gently turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction to adjust. For example, if you turned left too early, slightly turn the wheel to the right to restore the angle. During the operation, keep the speed low and control it with light braking for smoother corrections. While reversing, pay attention to blind spots or use the rearview camera to assist in judging the distance. Once the car body is almost parallel to the parking space, fine-tune the steering wheel to fully enter the spot. Practicing a few more times will improve your judgment. Beginners are advised to try this in an empty parking lot first—it’s safer and more reliable. The key is to stay patient and not panic. Even if you make a mistake, you can always stop and restart in time.
