How to Master Distance Without a Rear Parking Sensor?

[VonJudah]

Here are methods to master distance without a rear parking sensor: 1. If the rear object is a car: When the rearview mirror almost obscures the engine hood of the car behind, it indicates the rear of your car is 30-50 cm away. At this point, slow down and prepare to stop. 2. If there's a parallel parked car nearby while reversing: Use this car as a reference. When your side mirrors align with the reference car's side mirrors during slow reversing, it's time to stop. 3. If the rear is a wall: Visually locate a point about 1 meter high on the wall. Slowly reverse until the rear of your car aligns with this point in the rearview mirror, indicating a distance of about 40-50 cm from the wall. Stop at this point. 4. For nighttime: Use brake lights as a guide. Observe the taillight convergence in the side mirrors. Generally, the closer the car is to the wall, the more the light spreads. When the brake lights appear as wide as the car body, it means the rear is close to the wall, and you should stop.