What are the steps for parallel parking when observing the third dashed line?
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While reversing, quickly shift your gaze from the right rearview mirror to the left rearview mirror. When the third dashed line of the base is no longer visible, immediately turn the steering wheel back to the left to straighten it. Continue reversing. When you see the left rear wheel crossing the line where the dashed line at the entrance of the parking space is located, turn the steering wheel fully to the left until the car body is parallel with the parking space boundary line, then apply the brakes.
My first encounter with parallel parking was during my driver's license test when the instructor taught me to focus on those dashed lines by the roadside for alignment. The simple steps are: first, find a parking spot and position the car parallel to the front vehicle, keeping a distance of about half a meter. Shift into reverse and start backing up slowly, keeping an eye on the dashed road markings in the right-side mirror. When the first line appears, don’t rush—that’s the reference starting point. The second line roughly corresponds to the alignment point between your rear wheel and the rear bumper of the car behind. The most critical moment comes when the third dashed line fully appears in the mirror—that’s when I quickly turn the steering wheel all the way to the right. Continue reversing, and as the car angles into the spot, straighten the wheel for final adjustments to complete the parking. As a beginner, remember not to go too fast—practice a few times in an open area to get the hang of it. This third-point trick helped me avoid scraping other cars or hitting walls—super practical! With practice, it becomes second nature, but safety is always the bottom line.
