Is It Acceptable to Just Back into the Parking Space When Parallel Parking?
2 Answers
No. There are specific regulations for parallel parking, and violations will result in immediate failure. Below are the evaluation criteria for parallel parking: 1. Not following the designated route or sequence: 100-point deduction, failure. 2. Vehicle body crossing the line, failing to enter the space, or stopping midway: 100-point deduction, failure. 3. Exceeding 210 seconds to complete parallel parking: 100-point deduction, failure. Additional information: 1. Parallel parking became a mandatory test item for obtaining a small car driver's license (Subject 2) after 2013. It assesses the driver's ability to maneuver the vehicle in a confined space. 2. Parallel 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.
Backing into a parking space isn't just about getting the car in—after years of driving, I've learned that safety is the most crucial part. You must constantly monitor your surroundings, including pedestrians, other vehicles, and obstacles, especially in crowded parking lots or residential areas. Make full use of your mirrors and rearview camera, scan blind spots, and ensure nothing suddenly darts out. Maintain steady control of your speed, inching forward bit by bit to avoid sudden turns that could cause scrapes. If you accidentally hit something, at best, it'll cost you repair fees; at worst, it could lead to an accident with high risks. So before every reverse, it's best to walk around the car for a thorough check—develop this good habit to protect yourself and others.
