How to judge whether you can reverse into the parking space?
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Straighten the steering wheel before the midpoint of the rear of the car aligns with the midpoint of the bottom of the garage. The midpoint of the rear of the car has aligned with the midpoint of the bottom of the garage, but the steering wheel has not been straightened yet. If you find the rear of the car slowly deviating to one side, it proves that the steering wheel has not been straightened.
I determine whether I can reverse into a parking space mainly based on years of driving intuition and experience. The first step is to take a few glances at the size of the parking spot after stopping, comparing its length and width with my car. If the spot is obviously much smaller, I just give up and don't take the risk. Then, while reversing, I check the space on both sides of the spot through the rearview mirror. Ideally, there should be at least half a meter of width left; if it's too narrow, it's easy to scrape or fail to get in. If there's a pillar or wall nearby, I check its height in advance to avoid hitting the top. In practice, I often need to adjust the steering wheel back and forth a few times. If the angle isn't right, the position feels awkward, and a smooth entry is the correct one. If the reverse parking sensors keep beeping warnings, it usually means the space is tight, and I'd rather find another spot to save trouble, as repairs are both troublesome and costly. More driving practice builds confidence naturally.
