What are the practical tips for reverse parking?

[McHeidi]

Here is a detailed introduction to reverse parking techniques: Taking right-side reverse parking as an example, adjust the rearview mirrors and turn the steering wheel to full lock: After getting into the car, adjust the seat and backrest, then properly adjust the left and right rearview mirrors. Lower the mirrors to the lowest position, ideally to see a bit of the rear wheels. Fasten the seatbelt. First, drive the car to an appropriate position, engage reverse gear, gently lift the clutch, and slowly reverse. When the vehicle reaches the point where the lower edge of the left rearview mirror touches the control line, turn the steering wheel to full lock to the right. Check the rearview mirrors: After turning the steering wheel to full lock to the right, look at the left rearview mirror. When you see the corner of the parking space appear in the left rearview mirror, straighten the steering wheel (if the front left door handle has already crossed the line, do not straighten the wheel and reverse directly into the space). Adjust the steering wheel: After straightening the steering wheel, continue reversing until the front left door handle is over the left parking line, then turn the steering wheel to full lock to the right again. Straighten the car body and stop: When you see the corner of the left baseline of the parking space, straighten the steering wheel. Wait until the car body is vertically aligned and parallel, adjust the car body to reverse into the parking space. After aligning the car body, check the left rearview mirror. When the lower edge of the left rearview mirror shell is over the front line of the parking space, stop the car.

[DiJaxson]

For reverse parking, I believe mastering the basic skills is most crucial for beginners. Initially, I would find an open space to practice, first adjusting the seat and rearview mirrors to ensure I can see the rear wheels and ground markings. After getting in the car, shift into reverse gear, press the brake, and slowly back up while observing both side mirrors—don't just focus on one side. Steer the wheel steadily, correcting the direction whenever the car body drifts. Always maintain a slow speed to avoid hitting obstacles. After practicing several times, I got used to locating the entrance of the parking space and aligning properly before reversing in. Having a partner to guide you during practice is safer—after all, practice makes perfect, so don't start with a tight parking space right away.