What is the bar behind the parking space called?
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That bar behind the car garage parking space is called a parking space wheel stop or wheel stopper. Here is some relevant information about wheel stops: Introduction to wheel stops: Metal wheel stops are also known as wheel chocks, reversing pads, parking stops, wheel blockers, positioners, parking space wheel bars, wheel stop bases, anti-collision bars, reversing bars, or reversing poles. Metal wheel stops are used in parking lots and garages. Function of wheel stops: When parking a vehicle, the tires touch the wheel stop, allowing the vehicle to be parked accurately and neatly in the space. They effectively prevent collisions with other vehicles and reduce the risk of scratching your own car, providing better protection for your vehicle. They are easy to install, can be combined freely, and are suitable for parking lots, underground garages, etc.
I've been driving for over a decade, and we veteran drivers usually call that bar behind the parking space a wheel stop. This little thing may look insignificant, but it serves a great purpose! Its main function is to prevent overshooting when reversing, especially for novice drivers who often misjudge distances – when your wheels touch it, that's your cue to stop. Back when we drove trucks, the wheel stops in warehouses were all made of cast iron. Nowadays, parking lots mostly use rubber ones, which also help reduce tire wear. When you hear that "clunk" sound while reversing, you'll know you're perfectly positioned.
