What are the tips for reversing into the garage in Subject 2?
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Reversing into the garage operation tips: After getting into the car, the driver should first adjust the seat and rearview mirrors, fasten the seat belt, then shift the car into reverse gear, release the parking brake lever, and start reversing at idle speed. The driver observes the garage through the right rear window. When the black edge of the right rear window aligns with the right boundary line of the garage, turn the steering wheel smoothly to the right to the limit position. After the car enters the garage, the driver should look back at the left rearview mirror. When the entire left boundary line of the garage appears, immediately straighten the steering wheel. When the left door handle is level with the bottom line of the garage as seen in the left rearview mirror, stop immediately. Deduction items for reversing into the garage are as follows: Not following the prescribed route or sequence, deduct 100 points; vehicle body crossing the line, deduct 100 points; failing to reverse into the garage, deduct 100 points; stopping midway, deduct 100 points. Subject 2 has a full score of 100 points, with evaluation standards set for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, and deducting 5 points. The test is passed if the following conditions are met: ① For large passenger cars, tractors, city buses, medium passenger cars, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required; ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required.
As a driving instructor, I emphasize that the core skills for parallel parking are finding the reference points and controlling the speed. First, align the car roughly parallel to the parking lines from the starting position, ensuring the rearview mirrors are adjusted correctly to see the corner of the parking space and ground markings. During the reversing process, move slowly—clutch control is key to prevent stalling or going too fast. Observe the rearview mirrors; for example, when reversing into a right-side parking space, as soon as the left corner of the parking space appears at a specific position in the mirror (possibly a reference point), immediately turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, maintaining a steady speed without stopping. Once inside the parking space, continue to check if the car is parallel to the lines, making minor steering adjustments if there’s any deviation. After stopping, ensure the car is centered in the space without crossing the lines. During practice, simulate the reference points of the test site frequently—new learners often confuse reference points or turn the steering wheel too quickly, causing the car to tilt or cross the lines. I always have students practice repeatedly with cones near their homes to develop spatial awareness, which builds confidence and safety for the test. Most importantly, control your nerves—take deep breaths and proceed slowly to park smoothly.
