What is the standard size of a parking space for reverse parking?
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The standard dimensions for a parking space used in reverse parking are as follows: For small cars, the garage length is 5.25 meters and the width is 2.3 meters. For large vehicles, the dimensions are 16 meters in length and 6.83 meters in width. Evaluation criteria for reverse parking: Failure to follow the prescribed route or sequence results in disqualification; the vehicle body crossing the line results in disqualification; failing to fully enter the parking space results in disqualification; stopping midway results in disqualification; exceeding 4 minutes results in disqualification. Reverse parking mnemonic: Reverse parking isn't hard to do, fasten seatbelt, shift gear, left signal flash. Press clutch, release handbrake, slowly lift clutch to start gently. Adjust the car body by watching the right line, align the left mirror's vertical gap with the right line. Stop when the front line aligns with the shoulder, shift to reverse gear, release clutch. When the left mirror covers the corner of the horizontal line, turn the steering wheel fully to the right. Watch the left mirror for the garage line, turn back one circle at a 30-degree angle, wait until the car is parallel to the line, then straighten the wheel with two full turns. When the left mirror covers the front corner of the garage, press clutch and brake. Shift to first gear to exit, turn the steering wheel fully left when the car touches the line. Stop when the car hood covers the line, keep the steering wheel steady and reverse. Watch the right mirror for the garage line, turn back one circle at a 30-degree angle, wait until the car is parallel to the line, then straighten the wheel with two full turns. When the left mirror covers the front corner of the garage, press clutch and brake. Shift to first gear to exit, turn the steering wheel fully right when the car touches the line. Stop when the car hood covers the line, adjust the car body skillfully. New garages have no poles to look at, only ground markings. The garage length is much shorter than before, just enough for a car to fit completely. The process involves reversing in from the right, then driving out to the left, reversing back in, and finally driving out to return to the starting point. This process is much simpler, eliminating the step of moving the car within the garage as in current tests.
As an experienced driver, the standard parking space dimensions for reverse parking are generally around 5 meters in length and 2.5 meters in width, which is a common design in China. You can see these in places like large shopping malls or residential parking lots. However, there might be slight variations depending on the location—city centers might shrink the space to 4.5 meters in length and 2.4 meters in width to save space. When reversing, pay attention to these dimensions. If the space is too narrow or you're driving a larger vehicle like an SUV, it's easy to scrape the sides. I recommend using rearview mirrors and backup cameras for assistance to park more accurately. Remember, a larger space is more comfortable to park in, but a tight spot really tests your skills.
