What are the requirements for parallel parking?
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The parallel parking test requires the vehicle to be moved into the right-side parking space through one forward and one reverse movement without touching or scraping the parking space poles, and without the wheels pressing or touching the lane boundary lines or the parking space boundary lines. The vehicle should be straight, and the wheels should be aligned. Below is an introduction to parallel parking: 1. Parking space length: 1.5 times the vehicle length plus 1 meter; parking space width: vehicle width plus 80 centimeters; lane width: 1.5 times the vehicle width plus 80 centimeters. 2. Parallel parking technique: After the vehicle starts from the starting point, turn the head to the right rear door small window position to see pole No. 1, then turn the steering wheel all the way to the right. After turning the steering wheel fully, look at the left rearview mirror until the body of the car is aligned with pole No. 4, then turn the steering wheel back to the straight position. Watch the left rearview mirror and reverse the car until the left rear wheel is exactly in the middle of the line, then turn the steering wheel all the way to the left.
When I was learning to drive, parallel parking was a key part of the driving test, with many requirements. First, you need to find a suitable parking space, ensuring there's about half a meter of space between the cars in front and behind—too far and you can't park, too close and you risk scratching the car. When reversing, turn on the indicator to alert the car behind, and move slowly without rushing. The angle is crucial—usually, when reversing into a spot, turn the wheels to about 45 degrees before straightening them. Remember to check the mirrors and blind spots frequently to ensure no people or obstacles are present. Beginners often run over the line or hit the curb, but a few more practice sessions will help—try practicing in an empty lot in your neighborhood. Be extra careful in bad weather, like when rain makes the brakes slippery; it's best to scan the surroundings before parking. Safety first—after parking, always engage the handbrake to prevent rolling. It's all about experience—now I can park in one go without struggling for half an hour.
