How to Practice Reverse Parking?
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When the right starting sensor line appears at the lower edge of the left rearview mirror and aligns with the sensor line, turn the steering wheel fully to the right. Observe the right rearview mirror. When the far right line becomes visible and the distance between the car body and the parking space corner is less than 30 cm, turn the steering wheel back halfway. When the parking space corner disappears from the lower edge of the right rearview mirror, continue turning the steering wheel fully to the right. When observing the right rearview mirror, if the parking space boundary line is parallel to the car body, quickly straighten the steering wheel and continuously adjust the car body. Keep the car body parallel to the parking space boundary line, and stop when the front boundary line of the parking space appears in the left rearview mirror position.
When I first learned to drive, reversing into parking spaces was always a headache. Practicing in an empty parking lot proved most effective. Park parallel to the space, maintaining a one-meter distance, then shift into reverse gear. Watch the corner point of the parking space in the rearview mirror and slowly reverse while making slight steering adjustments. If the rear of the car deviates, correct the direction gently—avoid sharp turns to prevent crossing lines. I practiced with different types of parking spaces each time, starting with spacious ones and progressing to narrower ones as I gained proficiency. Safety is paramount; always ensure no people or vehicles are nearby before practicing. I recommend spending ten minutes daily on practice—you’ll get the hang of it in three to four days. Remember to step out and check your position to avoid relying solely on intuition. Additionally, frequent practice in residential parking lots helps naturally master the skill through daily application.
