Is it acceptable for the car head to touch the line during reverse parking?
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It is not acceptable for the car head to touch the line during reverse parking. Below are the evaluation criteria for reverse parking: 1. Not following the designated route or sequence, deduct 100 points, fail. 2. The car body crossing the line, failing to park properly, or stopping midway, deduct 100 points, fail. 3. Exceeding 210 seconds to complete reverse parking, deduct 100 points, fail. Here is additional information: 1. Reverse parking has been a mandatory part of the driving test for small vehicle licenses since 2013, assessing the driver's ability to maneuver the vehicle in a confined space. 2. Reverse parking is a key assessment point in the driver's test, requiring the driver to correctly reverse the vehicle into the parking space from both sides while in motion.
Hitting the line with the front of the car during reverse parking is definitely a fail in the driving test. I've taught many students who fell into this trap. The test rules are extremely strict—any part of the car touching the line counts as crossing the boundary, resulting in immediate point deductions or failure, especially when the front of the car hits the line. The reason is simple: the front of the car represents the leading edge of the vehicle, and hitting the line shows poor control of distance or direction. The test emphasizes precision and basic safety. During practice, observe the parking space in advance, turn the steering wheel quickly and decisively, and avoid hesitation. I often remind students to use mirrors and reference points to develop a feel for the car and avoid distractions. Missing the spot once is fine—practice more to build spatial awareness. Before the test, it’s best to simulate the entire process a few times to familiarize yourself with the test layout and minimize unexpected mistakes.
