What is the reason for the right side being too wide when parallel parking?
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Parallel parking with the right side too wide may be because the driver turned the steering wheel to the left too early when the rear wheel was about to touch the line, or turned the steering wheel fully before the wheel actually touched the line. Here is some information about parallel parking: 1. Operation requirements: The driver must maneuver the vehicle into the right parking space (or garage) through a series of forward and backward movements without touching or scraping the parking space poles, and without the wheels running over the lane boundary lines or the parking space boundary lines. 2. Introduction: Parallel parking is one of the test items in the driving license test (Subject 2). Parallel parking is becoming increasingly common in urban areas, especially as parking spaces in regular parking lots become more scarce. Many places have designated parking spaces along the sides of streets, known as 'parallel parking spaces.'
Having driven for over twenty years, I've noticed that excessive space on the right side during parallel parking often stems from improper steering control or inaccurate position judgment. For instance, turning the steering wheel too early when reversing causes the rear wheels to stay too far from the curb, resulting in a wide gap on the right. Conversely, turning too late brings the rear wheels close to the curb but leaves the car misaligned, still making the right side appear wide. Perspective is also crucial—poorly adjusted seat height can distort your view of the curb, leading to misjudged distances. I recommend beginners practice more in open areas, using small cones as curb references while slowly reversing and observing the distance in the right mirror. Make it a habit to straighten the car before parking and check if the mirrors are properly adjusted. Safety-wise, excessive space on the right can destabilize the parked car, making it prone to wobbling or scraping pedestrians or vehicles behind, so don’t overlook this minor issue. With consistent practice for a month or two, muscle memory will develop, and the problem will naturally resolve.