What does 'failing to reverse into the parking space' mean?
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Failing to reverse into the parking space means that when reversing, the vehicle body does not completely enter within the parking lines, resulting in point deductions in Subject 2 of the driving test. The methods for reversing into a parking space are as follows: Non-linear reversing into parking space: In non-linear reversing, 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 positioning method is more suitable for novice drivers. The advantage is that if mastered well, it's relatively easy to complete in one attempt; the drawback is that it's somewhat mechanical. Linear parallel parking: Linear parallel parking uses the vehicle in front as a reference. Align your vehicle's body, turn the steering wheel to the right, and when the angle between the two vehicles reaches 45 degrees, observe and then straighten the steering wheel while reversing. If estimated correctly, you can complete the parking in one attempt.
Failing to park in reverse refers to not completely parking the car into the designated spot when backing into a parking space, such as the car body crossing the line or being misaligned. Having driven for several years, I often see beginners make this mistake. The reasons usually include inaccurate steering, driving too fast, or misjudging reference points. I remember once in a mall parking lot when I was teaching a friend to reverse park—he was so nervous that the front of the car went over the line, but luckily, we noticed and adjusted in time. To avoid this, practice controlling the steering wheel, reverse slowly, and observe the rearview mirrors and the car's position. Although reversing into a parking spot seems minor, carelessness can lead to scratches or collisions with other cars, causing trouble. Such basic skills are crucial in daily life—mastering them makes parking effortless and reduces accident risks. Now, with more experience, I can park in reverse in one go, saving time and hassle.
