Must the front wheels cross the line when reversing into the left parking space?
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When reversing into the left parking space, the front wheels must cross the line. Below are some key points to note for the Subject 2 driving test: 1. Reversing into the parking space: (1) Ensure you accurately observe the reference points and lines, and use the rearview mirror to monitor the distance between the car body and the line to avoid the car body crossing the line. (2) Do not stop the car before it is completely inside the parking space. Pay attention to the clutch to avoid stopping midway or not fully entering the parking space. After entering the designated area, park the car at the specified position, then proceed to reverse into the parking space. Exit in the opposite direction and reverse into the parking space again. Finally, exit towards the exit direction to complete the test. 2. Parallel parking: (1) When aligning with the parking space, be mindful of the distance between the car body and the space to avoid crossing the line. Also, be careful not to run over the corner of the parking space when exiting. (2) Remember to turn on the turn signal when exiting. After entering the designated area, align the car parallel to the parking space, drive to the front left of the parking space, and then proceed from the rear right.
Ever since my driving lessons, I've always remembered my instructor's advice: when doing a left reverse parking, the front wheels must completely cross the control line. Otherwise, the exam system won't detect your position at all, directly marking you as not entering the project area and deducting all 100 points on the spot. I once witnessed a fellow trainee make this mistake—they stopped as soon as the car body touched the line, and were asked to exit the vehicle before even starting the reversing maneuver. During practice, it's best to find a fixed reference point on the hood to align with the ground markings. After stopping, confirm that the front wheels have passed the sensor line before reversing—this is the safest approach.
A rookie driver who just got the license tells you honestly, if the front wheels don't cross the line during reverse parking, it's absolutely unacceptable! During the test, the sensors are buried right under that line - if your wheels don't roll over it, it's like you never entered the test area. My driving instructor taught me a foolproof method: after driving into the reverse parking zone, keep your eyes on the lower edge of the left rearview mirror. When it completely covers the frontmost yellow line, your wheels are definitely past the mark. With enough practice, you'll realize that if the wheel position isn't sufficient, the steering angle during reversing won't be enough to adjust, and you'll hit the corner of the parking space in no time.
The subject two exam clearly stipulates that for the reverse parking project, the front wheels must cross the control line. When I accompanied my wife to practice driving, I saw her driving test guide, which clearly stated the scoring criteria in black and white: if the front wheels do not enter the control line, it will be directly judged as unqualified. The coach car is also equipped with a simulated exam device. As long as the wheels do not cross the line, the device immediately announces the deduction of points via voice. Actually, it's just a matter of driving an extra ten centimeters to get the wheels over the line, so don’t be lazy and stop too early.
