Should You Watch the Front or Rear Door Handle When Reversing into a Parking Space?

[DiGabriel]

When reversing into a parking space, focus on the rear door handle. While adjusting the direction, keep the car in reverse gear and maintain the steering wheel at its left-turn limit position. Continue reversing while the driver observes the left side mirror and adjusts the direction to guide the rear of the car into the space. Once the car is inside the space, the driver should watch the right side mirror. When the entire right line of the parking space becomes visible, immediately straighten the steering wheel. Then, shift attention to the left side mirror and stop the car as soon as the left door handle aligns horizontally with the bottom line of the parking space. Penalty items and standards for reversing into a parking space: Not following the prescribed route sequence results in a 100-point deduction; the car body crossing the line results in a 100-point deduction; failing to fully enter the space results in a 100-point deduction; not ensuring both front wheels pass the control line before reversing results in a 100-point deduction; exceeding the 210-second time limit results in a 100-point deduction; pausing for more than 2 seconds deducts 5 points each time. Tips for reversing into a parking space: Maintain a steady and slow speed. Be cautious not to release the clutch too quickly or press it too hard. Use correct steering techniques, remember how much to turn the wheel back or whether it's already centered, and turn the wheel swiftly. Ensure accurate judgment of distances when aligning reference points. Pay attention to the timing of steering and the stopping position. After entering the space, avoid turning the wheel too sharply—no more than one full turn. When exiting, observe the left and right mirrors and make slight adjustments if the car isn't aligned to prevent crossing the line. After completing the right-side parking, don’t forget to perform the left-side parking.