What reference points to observe when exiting a parallel parking space?
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When exiting a parallel parking space, you need to observe whether the right front corner of the hood touches the roadside line on the right. If it does, you should straighten the steering wheel. Additionally, check if the left one-third point of the hood aligns with the yellow line. If they align, you should promptly turn the steering wheel to exit. After hearing the voice prompt, press the clutch and brake, shift to first gear, turn on the left turn signal, fully turn the steering wheel, and slowly exit the parking space. When you see the right front corner of the hood touch the roadside line on the right (this is the first reference point), straighten the steering wheel and continue moving forward. When the left one-third point of the hood aligns with the yellow line (this is the second reference point), turn the steering wheel one full turn to the right. Allow the vehicle to navigate around the corner of the parking space and exit. Once the car body is parallel with the road, straighten the steering wheel to the left and exit the parallel parking test area. During the parallel parking exit process, pay attention to controlling the clutch. The speed should be slow, but you must not stop midway. The timing of turning the steering wheel must be precise; otherwise, missing the right moment could easily result in touching the line. It is essential to maintain a slow and steady speed with consistent clutch control. When reversing into the parking space for the first time and turning the steering wheel fully to the right, wait until the left corner of the parking space disappears from the right rearview mirror before fully turning the wheel. Otherwise, the front wheels might touch the line during reversing or exiting. Note the following penalty points for parallel parking exit: touching the corner when exiting deducts 10 points; the tires touching the lane boundary line during movement deducts 10 points; stopping midway results in failure.
I've been driving for over twenty years, and I always have to be careful when pulling out from a parallel parking spot. At first, I check the side mirrors, especially the left one, to make sure there's enough distance between my car's rear and the vehicle behind me. Generally, I wait until the license plate of the car behind appears in the mirror before turning the steering wheel. Then, I lean out to take a quick glance at the blind spot to ensure there are no pedestrians or bicycles darting out. Next, I turn the wheel slowly to pull out while keeping an eye on the front of my car to avoid hitting the parked car in front. Once the front of my car is parallel with the bumper of the car in front, I straighten the wheel and accelerate away. The key to the whole process is observing the distance to the car behind—too close and you might scrape it, too far and it takes too long. Regular practice helps develop a good feel for it, but safety always comes first. Developing this habit can prevent many minor accidents, and extra caution is needed in tight parking spaces.
