How to Maintain a 30cm Distance on the Right Side During Parallel Parking?
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The method to maintain a 30cm distance on the right side during parallel parking is as follows: 1. Parallel parking at 30cm: Generally, before entering the parking space, keep a distance of about 30–50cm from the side (position the right 1/3 of the car's hood over the parking line to maintain a distance of about 30–50cm between the car body and the parking line.) 2. This distance is for observing the parking position through the right rear mirror: This distance allows for observing the parking position and determining a reasonable reversing distance into the space. If the distance to the right is too wide, it may affect the positioning points for entering the parking space and, when reversing straight and turning the wheel fully to the right, the left wheel might cross the left warning line.
I've been driving for over 20 years, and maintaining a 30 cm distance on the right side during parallel parking is really no big deal. I remember when I first started learning, my instructor taught me a simple method: first find a parking spot, drive past the car in front a little, then align your car as parallel as possible with the parked car or curb. Before reversing, I use the right mirror to check the distance—when the rear wheel of the car in front roughly aligns with my mirror, that's about 30 cm. If I can't see it, I turn my head to check the blind spot instead of relying solely on intuition. The speed must be as slow as a turtle crawling, and don’t turn the steering wheel too sharply to avoid losing control. With enough practice, you’ll naturally get it right—now I can usually park in one go. For beginners, it's fine to bring a tape measure to check the distance initially. Safety comes first—don’t rush to save time, as 30 cm is just right to avoid door scratches and complies with most parking space rules.
