Why Can't I Park in Reverse After Practicing for a Long Time?
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Practicing for a long time can lead to mental fatigue, causing slower reactions to reference points and lines, which results in unsuccessful parking. Below are some key points to note for reverse parking: Drive the car to the starting position, ensuring the body of the car is at the right distance from the line. The car should cover the white line in front of the right side of the parking space but not exceed it. When reversing, pay attention to aligning with the reference points and turning the steering wheel fully. Follow the same method as practiced, and use the rearview mirror to align with the parking spot. Once the car is in the parking space, ensure it is straight and the wheels are aligned. Avoid unnecessary left or right turns. After entering the parking space, be careful not to reverse too far; stop as soon as the car is fully inside. Always check the distance between the left side of the car and the parking line, and adjust the steering wheel accordingly. When exiting to the left, make sure to reach the designated position. Throughout the entire process, avoid stopping, rolling, shifting gears incorrectly, stalling, or crossing the lines.
When I first started practicing reverse parking, I was very focused, paying close attention to every move, such as carefully watching the rearview mirror to accurately judge distance and angles. But after practicing more, I felt more skilled and my mindset became careless. My movements became sloppy, often skipping some details, thinking I could rely on intuition. As a result, I turned the steering wheel too quickly or ignored blind spots, easily hitting roadside obstacles. Now, looking back, overconfidence made my muscle memory lazy, and when it came to actual operation, I couldn’t park properly because my brain had gotten used to a careless mode, forgetting the importance of basic skills. I remind everyone to limit each practice session to half an hour, take breaks in between, and stay focused—don’t let habits ruin your skills.
