What are the reversing techniques?

[MelanieLee]

Reversing techniques involve adjusting the seat and the left and right rearview mirrors after getting into the car. There are two main methods for reversing into a parking space: 1. "Non-character type" reversing: In this method, the vehicle is perpendicular to the target parking space. Using the B-pillar of your vehicle as a reference and the first parking space as a marker, you can generally reverse into the third parking space. This method is particularly suitable for novice drivers. The advantage is that if executed well, it allows for a one-time entry into the space, but the downside is that it is somewhat mechanical. 2. "Straight-line type" parallel parking: In this method, the vehicle in front is used as a reference. Align your vehicle with it, turn the steering wheel to the right, and when the angle between the two vehicles reaches 45 degrees, observe and then turn the steering wheel back while reversing. If estimated correctly, this allows for a one-time entry into the space.