What are the dimensions of the reverse parking lines?
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The standard dimensions for the garage in reverse parking are as follows: The garage is 5.25 meters long and 2.31 meters wide. The total length of the road is 15.9 meters, with a single side length of 6.8 meters and a width of 5.8 meters. The evaluation criteria for reverse parking: failing to follow the prescribed route or sequence results in disqualification; the vehicle body crossing the line results in disqualification; failing to fully enter the garage results in disqualification; stopping midway results in disqualification; exceeding 4 minutes results in disqualification. Reverse parking rhyme: Reversing in and out isn't hard, fasten the belt, shift gears, and flash the left light. Press the clutch and release the handbrake, slowly lift the clutch to start gently. Watch the right line to adjust the car body, align the left mirror's vertical gap with the right line. Stop when the front horizontal line reaches your shoulder, shift into reverse and release the clutch. When the left mirror covers the horizontal line corner, turn the steering wheel fully to the right. Watch the left mirror for the garage line, turn back one circle at a 30-degree angle, and when the car is parallel to the line, straighten the wheel with two full turns. When the left mirror covers the front corner of the garage, press the clutch and brake. Shift into first gear to exit, turn the wheel fully to the left when the car's front touches the line. Stop when the car's front covers the line, keep the wheel steady and reverse. Watch the right mirror for the garage line, turn back one circle at a 30-degree angle, and when the car is parallel to the line, straighten the wheel with two full turns. When the left mirror covers the front corner of the garage, press the clutch and brake. Shift into first gear to exit, turn the wheel fully to the right when the car's front touches the line. Stop when the car's front covers the line, adjust the car body skillfully. The new garage has no poles to look at, only markings on the ground. The garage length is much shorter compared to the current one, just enough for a car to fit completely. The current test involves two garages on the left and right, but starting from 2013, it was just one garage. The process involves reversing into the right side, driving out and turning to the left, then reversing back in, and finally driving out to return to the starting point. This process is much simpler, eliminating the current test's step of moving the car within the garage.
When I was backing into a parking space, I always wondered about the dimensions of the lines. I remember my driving instructor at the driving school said the standard dimensions are 2.3 meters in width and 5.25 meters in length, with a lane width of 3 meters and line width of about 0.15 meters. These designs are mainly for the standardization of driving tests, making it easier for beginners to judge their position and pass the test more smoothly. I've taught many students and found that consistent dimensions can reduce nervousness. After actually driving, I also feel this width can prevent car doors from hitting adjacent vehicles, especially in crowded parking lots. The length is sufficient for smooth reversing without worrying about the rear of the car sticking out. However, in reality, the line width of parking spaces may vary slightly, such as in older garages where lines may fade and become thinner, increasing difficulty. I recommend practicing at a formal driving school to familiarize yourself with this standard.
As a car owner who has been driving for over a decade, the standard parking space dimensions for reverse parking are generally 2.3 meters in width and 5.25 meters in length, with line widths close to 15 centimeters. I usually estimate using the rearview mirrors when parking, and thicker lines are more conspicuous and less prone to errors. Garage designs take into account the width of common vehicles like compact SUVs to ensure safe reversing. Recalling an incident at a supermarket parking lot where faded lines almost caused me to hit a pillar, I've now learned to check the maintenance condition of parking spaces. If the lines are worn, I either park elsewhere or report it to the property management for remarking, which is crucial for beginners.
