What are the techniques for driving straight into a parking space?
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Techniques for driving straight into a parking space include: 1. Before entering the space, try to stay as far away from the parking space side and as close to the opposite side of the road as possible; 2. Turn the steering wheel to the left to angle the car body. If the road is wide, you can turn the steering wheel to the left a bit earlier. If the road is narrow, turn the steering wheel to the left a bit later; 3. During the process of entering the space, adjust the direction in time based on the reference points in front, and don't wait until after parking to check if the car is centered. It is not recommended to drive straight into a parking space because during the process of reversing out of the parking space, the driver cannot see the traffic situation on both sides of the parking space entrance. Reversing out directly without confirming safety not only affects others' passage but may even cause traffic accidents.
I remember when I first learned to drive, pulling straight into a parking spot felt like solving a difficult puzzle. I tried several times but always ended up crooked, with my wheels scraping against the curb. Later, I figured out the trick: first, reduce your speed to walking pace, slowly approach a few meters in front of the parking spot, align with the center line of the spot, then start turning the steering wheel—not too sharply—and ease in gradually. Throughout the process, keep an eye on the side mirrors to ensure you don’t bump into neighboring cars or walls. Especially in tight parking lots, leave some turning space and avoid forcing your way in. With enough practice, your hands will steady, and now I can do it effortlessly—the secret is practice and taking it slow.
