How to Tell if the Car Body is Straight When Reversing into a Parking Space?
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When reversing, if the rear of the car moves to the left, turn the steering wheel to the right to clarify the concept of steering. When the rear of the car deviates to the right, turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction. Check if the parking space lines are parallel by looking at them from both side mirrors while reversing.
I'm new to driving and often get confused about whether the car is straight when reversing into a parking space. Currently, I rely on checking the side mirrors: if the pillars or garage lines appear parallel in both mirrors, the car is straight; if the lines look slanted in the mirror, the car is definitely crooked. Another method is to find a fixed point, like a mark on the garage wall, and align the car with it while reversing. I also pay attention to the feeling of the car's tilt and make sure the steering wheel is centered accurately. If the car isn't straight, reversing can easily lead to scraping the edges, so more practice is needed to get it right. Try practicing in an open area with a few cones as reference points.
How to adjust when the car body is not straight while reversing into the garage? In daily life, I often use a simple method: check both side mirrors. If the edges of the car in the mirrors are parallel to the garage boundary lines, the car body is straight. Without high-tech equipment, I rely solely on visual distance balance; if one side is farther and the other closer, it means the car is crooked. It's recommended to align the car straight at the entrance before reversing to avoid trouble. A straight car body ensures safer parking—safety first! When reversing, I usually slow down and avoid rushing. Developing good habits helps prevent accidents.
