What to Do When Parallel Parking with Delayed Diagonal View?
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Start turning the steering wheel fully to the right when the rear car's wheel aligns with the key point, maintaining a distance of 30 centimeters. Return the steering wheel when the car body is almost parallel to the line. The timing may vary depending on hand speed. Maintain parallelism and straighten the steering wheel. Stop when the lower edge of the left rearview mirror is parallel to the line in front of the parking space.
Having driven for over a decade, when I encounter a situation where I notice the diagonal alignment too late during parallel parking, I don't stubbornly continue reversing. Instead, I immediately stop, assess the surroundings for safety, then slowly move forward to exit the spot and reposition. The key is setting reference points in advance—like paying attention early to the angle where the rear car's body aligns in the side mirror, not waiting until the last second. Practice parking in open spaces to optimize mirror positioning for better visibility, preventing late-notice issues. A practical tip: use fixed landmarks like streetlights or curb lines as cues to start adjusting the angle early, avoiding major deviations. If already misaligned, prioritize safety—don't hesitate to pull out and restart. Cultivating this habit makes parking smoother.
