What to Do If Your Car Gets Scratched While Parked in the Residential Area?
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After your vehicle is scratched, try to locate the person responsible for the damage to claim compensation. If the responsible party cannot be found, learn from the experience and try to park your car in an area covered by surveillance cameras. Here are some solutions to prevent car scratches: 1. Park as close to the side as possible, avoiding the middle position: Generally, parking lots are designed with designated spaces for 2-3 cars. Indoor parking lots often have concrete dividers. Parking in the middle increases the risk of scratches from both sides. Parking near the edge and leaving space for vehicles in the middle can minimize scratches. 2. Leave enough space for neighboring cars to open their doors: When parking side by side with another car, maintaining a proper horizontal distance is crucial. If you can't park far apart, park as close as possible—within 60 cm. This makes the other driver more cautious when opening their door. Conversely, a 1-meter distance is the most dangerous, as it allows the door to open at its widest angle, causing more significant damage due to higher speed and force. 3. Park your car as far inside the parking space as possible: The closer you park to the driving lane, the higher the chance of scratches. Always park at the innermost part of the parking space to effectively avoid scratches and even deter theft, as it makes it harder to access the trunk. 4. Avoid parking under windows or balconies: Parking under windows increases the risk of damage from falling objects. Always avoid these areas when parking to stay on the safe side.
