What are the length and width requirements for reverse parking?
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Reverse parking garage width should be the vehicle width (excluding side mirrors) plus 600mm. Here are precautions for reverse parking: 1. Maintain distance: A key point is keeping 30cm between the vehicle body and garage corner. Mastering this makes reverse parking easier. Exceeding 300mm requires full steering lock, while less requires adjustment. If too narrow, straighten first then correct. Maintain steady, slow speed during reversing for better control. 2. Clutch control: Proper clutch operation ensures stable speed. Slow speed allows correction time if positioning errors occur. Wear thick-soled shoes (preferably trekking shoes with thin front/thick rear) - thicker soles make clutch operation easier and more stable, ideal for beginners. 3. Body alignment: After entering, use side mirrors to align the vehicle - steer toward the wider rear side.
I remember when I was learning to drive, the parking space for reverse parking was about 2.3 meters wide and approximately 5 meters long, which were the standard dimensions for driving tests. Nowadays, in public parking lots, standard parking spaces range from 2.4 to 2.5 meters in width and 5.5 to 6 meters in length, depending on the specific design. Shopping center spaces might be a bit wider, while residential areas tend to have narrower ones. It's easier with sedans, but with SUVs or pickup trucks, you need to be more careful about space. I often advise friends to estimate the vehicle size before reversing, turn the steering wheel slowly, and use the rearview mirrors to observe reference points—practice a few times and it becomes easier. When actually parking, don’t rush. If the space is tight, don’t force it to avoid scratching the doors or bumpers.
