When to fully turn the steering wheel left during reverse parallel parking?

[VonLydia]

During left reverse parallel parking, it is best to fully turn the steering wheel to the right when the lower edge of the left rearview mirror is approximately 2-3 centimeters vertically above the sensor line. The key requirement is that there should be no pause during the maneuver, completely negating the practice in electronic pole tests of turning the steering wheel fully while stationary to identify markers. The steps for pole test operation are as follows: 1. Park the car 1.5 meters beside the parking space line. 2. When the rear of the car is approximately at the boundary line of two parking space widths, turn the steering wheel fully and reverse. 3. When you feel the front of the car is aligned, immediately straighten the steering wheel and continue reversing. Reverse pole parking, also known as reverse garage or reverse pole, is an assessment point in the driver's test. It involves correctly reversing the vehicle into a garage from both sides while in motion, primarily evaluating the driver's ability to operate the car in a confined space and their spatial awareness of the vehicle's movement.

[BrynleeDella]

I've been driving in parking lots for many years, and when doing a left reverse parking, turning the steering wheel all the way to the left requires watching the movement of the rear wheels in the side mirror. Usually, when the car reverses a bit, and from the left side mirror, you see the rear wheel is almost aligned with the corner of the parking space, that's the time to turn the steering wheel fully to the left, allowing the car body to smoothly enter the space. Don't wait too late; turning too late can cause the rear to hit the right pillar. Also, don't turn too early; turning too early can make the front of the car swing out and hit the side line. I usually use this method, combined with braking to control speed, keeping it slow makes adjustments easier. Be extra careful in tight parking spaces, and with a few more practices, it will become muscle memory. Remember, before reversing into the space, turn on the indicator to alert others, ensure no one is around, safety first. If the angle feels off, gently adjust the steering wheel to correct it, don't force it in.

[VonNevaeh]

My experience in teaching driving tells me that the timing of turning the steering wheel fully to the left during left reverse parking is crucial. When reversing, observe the left rearview mirror. The moment the line connecting the center of the rear wheel and the corner of the parking space reaches that small triangular area, roughly at a 45-degree angle, is the point to turn the wheel. Quickly turn the wheel fully to the left, then continue reversing while observing the alignment of the car body. Turning too early will leave the car too far from the parking space; turning too late will risk crossing the line, a common mistake among beginners. It's advisable to keep your foot on the brake pedal during the reversing process to control the pace, avoiding the use of the accelerator. Let the car move slowly, making it easier for you to judge. This technique is most practical for driving school tests, and I've used it to teach many novices, ensuring they park safely.

[CalvinFitz]

When I first got my driver's license, learning to reverse into a left parking space was quite confusing. The instructor taught me to turn the steering wheel fully to the left just before the car's rear aligns with the corner of the parking space in the rearview mirror. For example, when reversing, if you see the left rear wheel just crossing the edge of the parking line in the left mirror, turning the wheel fully to the left at that moment should allow the car to slide in smoothly. In actual driving, don't rigidly memorize reference points; feeling the car's angle and distance is more important. Reversing should be steady—once you turn the wheel, focus on adjusting to avoid scratches. Practicing with different car models will help you develop a better sense of it.