How to Handle Almost Hitting the Corner When Reversing into a Parking Space?

[OElliana]

Keep the distance on both sides roughly equal. When the car body is about to straighten, turn the steering wheel one full turn to the left. Watch for the right moment to stop, and the parking will be completed once you stop. Immediately turn the steering wheel one and a half turns to the left to fully straighten it. The car will reverse straight into the parking space. Continue to observe the relationship between the car body and the boundary lines in the left and right mirrors, and make slight adjustments to the steering as needed.

[MatthewMarie]

Don't panic when you're close to the corner. I've encountered this many times—just firmly press the brake to stop the car, then check the mirrors and readjust. If you're too close to the left rear corner, gently steer right while reversing; if close to the right rear corner, steer left. Take it slow—keep the speed at idle without pressing the accelerator, and frequently check the rear position. If you're really worried about hitting something, stop immediately, get out to check the distance, then get back in and adjust slowly. Avoid forcing it and causing scratches. Practice regularly to build confidence, and having a friend guide you makes it safer—safety always comes first. After years of reversing, I've learned that planning your route in advance is crucial. Choosing the right parking angle and reference points can prevent such emergencies.

[SanBarrett]

I think the issue of scraping corners when reversing into a parking space primarily depends on how you steer the wheel. For instance, if you're about to scrape the left rear corner, quickly turn the steering wheel to the right to swing the rear of the car to the right, then slowly reverse to adjust, remembering not to turn too sharply to avoid losing control. At the same time, use the rearview mirror and rearview camera to assist in confirming your position, and keep the speed slow—definitely under 5 km/h. When feeling nervous, I take a deep breath to calm myself down. After trying a few times, you'll get the hang of it—practice makes perfect. New drivers shouldn’t be afraid of making mistakes; take it slow, and you’ll naturally improve with experience. I recommend finding an empty parking spot to practice multiple times, getting a feel for how the car turns.

[StAlexander]

To prevent scraping the corner while reversing, pay attention from the very beginning. I recommend using the reversing camera or rearview mirror to accurately gauge the angle and judge the distance to the garage corner in advance. If you're about to hit the corner, the safest approach is to stop, reverse slightly, and start over. Make slight steering adjustments—avoid sharp turns—and control your speed to match a brisk walking pace. Additionally, practicing with fixed reference points, such as marked lines in the rearview mirror, can help you easily avoid corner contact.