How to Exit a Parking Space with Cars on Both Sides?
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First, you can move the vehicle by turning the steering wheel back and forth to position it on the right side of the parking space. After positioning the vehicle as far to the right as possible, shift into drive and move forward. When you feel that half of the car body has passed the parking space line, you can turn the steering wheel fully to the left. At the same time, use your peripheral vision to observe whether the front of your car has reached the rear bumper of the car in front. If it has, you should not continue turning.
When the car is parked in a space with vehicles tightly packed on both sides, as an experienced driver with years of practice, I have my own strategy. First, calmly settle into the driver's seat, adjust the rearview and side mirrors to ensure clear visibility. Then proceed to reverse or move forward slowly—depending on the parking lot layout; reversing out is often the safest option. Gently press the accelerator to maintain low speed, turn the steering wheel at small angles, while checking mirrors and glancing over the shoulder for blind spots. Remember not to make sharp turns when space is limited, as it's easy to scrape adjacent cars; SUVs or larger vehicles require extra attention to turning radius. Additionally, timing is crucial—I often choose early mornings with light traffic to practice. Regular practice in crowded parking lots builds experience and confidence. Turning on lights in poor lighting conditions is also key to improving visibility.
As a novice driver, I always get nervous and sweat when encountering traffic jams on both sides. The key is to start from the heart: take a deep breath before driving and ensure the mirrors are properly adjusted. Start slowly, avoid stepping on the accelerator too hard, and maintain a turtle-like speed; observe the distance from the side mirrors, but always turn your head to carefully check blind spots to confirm there are no obstacles or moving vehicles. Angle control is the tricky part—steer gently and inch out bit by bit, avoiding sudden full turns. It's advisable to practice under the guidance of an experienced friend or simulate the scenario in an empty parking space first. Common mistakes like scratches often stem from impatience, so I always remind myself, "Slow is steady." Repair costs after a scratch can be high, so it's good to develop a habit of cleaning the windshield regularly to avoid blurriness.
