What are the key points to observe when reversing into a parking space from the right?
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When reversing into a parking space from the right, pay attention to the following 3 key points: 1. Position of the right rear wheel and the corner line of the parking space: While reversing, carefully observe the right side mirror. When the mirror shows that the rear wheel is about to cross the corner line of the parking space, quickly turn the steering wheel fully to the right. 2. Distance between the rear wheel and the right corner of the parking space: Monitor the distance between the rear wheel and the right corner of the parking space. If the distance is exactly 30cm, there is no need to adjust the direction; simply continue reversing. If the distance is less than 30cm, you can turn the steering wheel halfway back to maintain a distance of about 30cm. 3. Whether the car body is parallel to the side line of the parking space: Observe the side mirror carefully. When the car body is parallel to the side line of the parking space, quickly straighten the steering wheel. If the alignment is uneven, make slight adjustments following the principle of 'steering towards the wider side.'
When performing a right-side reverse parking, I usually focus on several key visual points to ensure the vehicle enters the parking space safely. First, when the car is parallel to the garage and maintains a distance of about 30cm, start reversing slowly while keeping an eye on the right rearview mirror to observe the corner of the garage. As soon as the garage corner appears in the rearview mirror and approaches the car body, immediately turn the steering wheel fully to the right. At the same time, pay attention to the angle change between the car body and the garage line in the rearview mirror. Once the car body appears parallel to the line, quickly straighten the steering wheel. For the stopping point, check the alignment with the garage’s rear line in the rear parking sensors or reverse camera. If these aids are unavailable, ground markings or reference points on the garage wall can be helpful. If the visual points are misjudged, the car may tilt or scrape, so practice is key. Beginners should take it slow—safety comes first. If needed, find an open area to simulate the process a few times to build confidence.
