What to Do When You Scratch Someone Else's Car While Reversing?

[DiJoshua]

In the event of a traffic accident, immediately notify the traffic police department and your insurance company. If you have car body insurance, inform your insurance company at the time of the incident, and provided that the accident scene has not been moved or tampered with before the insurance company's arrival, you can generally receive coverage after the insurance company's assessment. The methods for dealing with scratches on the car are as follows: 1. Hairline scratches: For hairline scratches, polishing or applying a rubbing compound is usually sufficient to remove them. Simply wiping gently can make the hairline scratches disappear. 2. Light scratches: For light scratches, all you need is a tube of toothpaste. Toothpaste is very effective in dealing with shallow scratches that have not damaged the car's primer. Especially for marks left by the other vehicle's paint during a scrape or residues from sticky products like adhesive tapes, most can be completely wiped off. 3. Moderate to deep scratches: Moderate and deep scratches cannot be repaired by polishing. For small dents not exceeding 5mm, they can be leveled by filling with putty and then repainted.

[DiKinsley]

I remember accidentally scraping my neighbor's car while reversing last week, which made me panic for a moment. But I quickly calmed down: first, I parked the car and turned off the engine, then immediately got out to apologize to them. I sincerely explained the situation, exchanged phone numbers and license plate information, and took photos of the damaged area with my phone to avoid future disputes. Later, we chose to settle the matter privately—I compensated my neighbor 200 yuan after getting an estimate from a repair shop. This incident taught me to reverse more slowly. Installing a rearview camera makes it safer, and checking around before reversing every time can greatly reduce the chance of accidents. Practicing reversing skills regularly and familiarizing myself with the vehicle's dimensions are also crucial.

[NicoleDella]

When I accidentally scratched someone else's car while reversing, I immediately turned off the engine and turned on the hazard lights. I got out to inspect the depth of the scratch, proactively approached the owner to apologize and communicate. I made sure to exchange copies of our driver's licenses and contact information, took photos documenting the damage location and both license plates. We discussed how to handle it: for minor scratches, we considered settling privately with cash; for deeper damage, we agreed to call the police or file an insurance claim. I generally prefer private compensation as it saves time and effort, but always remember to sign a written agreement for liability release. From experience, maintaining politeness and transparency is key, while also reflecting on reversing habits—using rearview mirrors more frequently and honking as a warning to avoid blind spot hazards.

[DiMolly]

Every time a scraping incident occurs while reversing, I always feel guilty and emphasize moral responsibility: after parking and confirming the situation, sincerely apologize to the other party to express regret; do not conceal any details, exchange names and phone numbers for future contact; take photos as evidence to prevent disputes; discuss how to repair the damage, and agree on the compensation amount for minor issues on the spot. This is not only a legal obligation but also a reflection of respect for others' property; afterward, I will seriously reflect on my driving behavior and adjust my field of vision and speed control. Enhancing responsibility makes driving safer and more harmonious.