What is the reason for always hitting the right corner when reversing into the garage?
2 Answers
When reversing into the garage on the right side and always hitting the right corner, the reason is turning the steering wheel to the right too early during the reversing process. Normally, you should quickly turn the steering wheel to the right when the lower edge of the side mirror reaches the parking line, which is the so-called reference point for turning right when reversing into the garage. However, due to factors such as vehicle speed, distance from the side line when parking, and the speed of turning the steering wheel, it is not possible to perfectly reverse into the garage every time by turning the steering wheel at the reference point. Here is additional information: 1. Turning right too early when reversing into the garage can be anticipated and corrected. 2. Observe the position between the car body and the right corner of the garage: When reversing into the garage and turning right too early, you can observe the position between the car body and the right corner of the garage. Normally, the distance between the car body and the right corner should be maintained at 30 centimeters to ensure that the distance between the car body and the side lines on both sides is approximately equal. If the steering wheel is turned too early, the distance between the car body and the right corner will be less than 30 centimeters, or even close to hitting the right corner. The standard width of the garage line is 15 centimeters, so in the side mirror, when the distance between the car body and the garage corner is about twice the width of the side line, it is approximately 30 centimeters.
After driving for so many years, I've noticed that hitting the right corner when backing into a right-side parking space is quite common, mainly because the steering wheel isn't turned in time. Many people wait until the rear of the car starts moving before turning the wheel, but by then, the optimal steering angle has already passed, making it easy for the car to scrape the corner. I recommend first stopping in a parallel position, about 1 meter away from the parking line, to allow more space for reversing. The key is to keep an eye on the corner with the right rearview mirror and turn the wheel fully as soon as you see it align with the wheel. Speed control is also crucial—too slow and your sense of direction blurs, too fast and corrections become difficult. With more practice, you'll realize how much the vehicle's turning radius affects the maneuver, requiring adjustments for different cars. Be confident but not hasty when reversing; experience will come with time.
