
Engage first gear, release the brake and clutch to start, slowly exit the parking space. When the middle pillar of the car aligns with the left corner of the parking space, turn the steering wheel one full turn plus 90 degrees to the left. When the left interior door handle aligns with the yellow stop line, press the clutch and brake, shift to neutral. After stopping, there's no need to straighten the steering wheel. Engage reverse gear, turn the steering wheel about 15 degrees more to the left, then release the brake and clutch to start.

When I first got my driver's license, I found left reverse parking quite challenging, but later discovered a simple method: Before getting in the car each time, adjust the rearview mirrors to see the ground and parking lines clearly for better visibility. Then when reversing, remember to turn the steering wheel fully left when the car's edge aligns with the marked point on the ground, and slowly move backward after turning. The key is to use a low gear and go slowly—never rush. Simultaneously, keep an eye on the parking corner's position in the left rearview mirror; if the rear gets too close to the corner, slightly adjust the wheel angle. Once the car is straight, quickly straighten the steering wheel and continue reversing. Maintaining a steady speed throughout is crucial—beginners often struggle with foot control, so press the clutch and brake lightly. Practice several times, and once you find the rhythm, it becomes smooth. I started with 30 minutes of practice daily and had no issues after a week. Staying relaxed and not getting nervous is most important.

There is a simple step-by-step method for left reverse parking: First, drive straight to the entrance of the parking space with the car body parallel to the yellow line, then slowly reverse backward. When you see the parking corner is about 30 centimeters away in the rearview mirror, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left. Continue reversing while keeping an eye on the left rearview mirror to ensure the rear of the car gradually approaches the edge of the parking space without hitting it. If the distance is too wide, make slight steering adjustments. Once the car is halfway into the parking space, straighten the steering wheel and continue reversing steadily into the spot. The entire process should be as slow as a snail's pace because slower speeds allow for adjustments if mistakes occur. Common issues for beginners include turning the wheel too late or too fast, causing the car to tilt, so it's helpful to practice using reference markers. I've taught many friends using this method—remember, safety comes first, stay calm, and if it doesn't work out, simply reposition the car and try again.

When it comes to left reverse parking, I think the simplest way is to rely on reference points: Before entering the parking space each time, align the car with the reference lines on the ground. When reversing, watch the side mirror and turn the steering wheel all the way to the left as soon as the corner of the parking space appears. The whole movement should be slow and steady—avoid jerking the wheel or the car may go off track. Once the car is straight, straighten the wheel and continue reversing. This is the method I used when learning at driving school, and I got the hang of it in just a few days. The key is to find a quiet place to practice repeatedly without fear of embarrassment; keep the speed low and make gradual adjustments to succeed in one go.


