How to Drive Out When There Are Cars on Both Sides?

[McGenesis]

Drive forward until your car's rear aligns with the rear of the car in front. Stop when the distance between the two cars is 1 meter. Turn the steering wheel fully to the right while stationary, then slowly reverse at a 45° angle. When your car's front aligns with the rear of the car in front, quickly turn the steering wheel fully in the opposite direction and slowly reverse. "Turn the steering wheel fully" means to the maximum extent. Once the rear of your car enters the space, quickly straighten the steering wheel and promptly check both side mirrors to adjust the car's lateral distance, then you can drive out.

[DiChloe]

This situation of being sandwiched between cars on both sides is indeed quite a headache. The last time I encountered this in the residential parking lot, the cars on both sides were parked extremely close, and I almost thought I was going to be trapped. The most crucial thing is not to panic. First, carefully observe the left and right rearview mirrors and the rear window to estimate the actual distance between the cars in front and behind and your own vehicle. Then, slowly turn the steering wheel fully towards the side with relatively more space, bringing the front of the car as close as possible to that side. If you can't move forward, shift into reverse, simultaneously turning the steering wheel fully in the opposite direction to slowly back up, which can create more turning space. Always keep an eye on the rear of the car while reversing. Repeat this process several times, adjusting the steering wheel angle by 5-10 centimeters each time, gradually positioning the car body to a point where it can be driven out. Remember to maintain a low speed throughout and constantly monitor the changing distances in front and behind. If you're really unsure, it's safer to turn off the engine, get out to check the position, and then continue the maneuver.

[OIan]

Parallel parking between two cars really tests your skills. My approach is to first roll down the driver's side window for better visibility of the gaps. Before moving, carefully check the distance to the cars in front on both sides, identifying which side has more space. Start moving forward slowly while quickly turning the steering wheel fully toward the side with more space. Stop immediately when you feel close to the adjacent car, then shift into reverse and turn the wheel fully in the opposite direction. The reversing distance doesn't need to be long—about half a meter is enough—the key is adjusting the car's angle. Then when moving forward again, make slight steering corrections. Repeating this process 3-5 times will gradually straighten the car. Maintain turtle-like speed throughout the maneuver, with coordinated hand-foot movements being crucial. Finally, watch the rear swing to avoid scraping vehicles behind. If visibility is poor at night, turning on hazard lights makes the operation easier.

[VonElena]

It can indeed be tricky to drive when there are cars on both sides. Let me teach you a few techniques. First, after getting in the car, don't rush to start. First, straighten the steering wheel. After starting, move forward slowly, and as soon as the front wheels pass the adjacent vehicle, turn the steering wheel fully towards the open space. Second, if the front wheels get stuck, reverse. At this point, turn the steering wheel fully in the direction the car body needs to adjust, and reverse a few tens of centimeters. Third, when moving forward again, return the steering wheel to its original position and continue forward. During the process, pay attention to the changes in the position of the rear wheels in the rearview mirror to avoid scratching the rims. If you're really nervous, adjust the seat higher for better visibility. Don't forget to adjust the angle of the rearview mirrors so you can see the positions of the wheels on both sides. Make only small half-turns of the steering wheel with each movement; multiple minor adjustments are the safest.