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Why is one side always wider than the other when reversing into a parking space?

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Lori

07/28/25 5:31pm

Here are the reasons why one side is always wider than the other when reversing into a parking space: 1. Each person's seating position and height are different, which greatly reduces the effectiveness of the reference points taught by the instructor. 2. The timing of steering wheel operation and the speed of the vehicle are inconsistent—a small deviation can lead to a huge error. (1) If you turn the steering wheel too early when reversing to the right, the wheels will be too close to the corner of the parking space, resulting in a left-wide and right-narrow problem after parking. (2) If you turn the steering wheel too late, issues will also arise after reversing into the parking space. Additional tips: Here are some techniques for reversing into a parking space: 1. If you are confident about parking in one go, find the critical point for turning the steering wheel. If not, it's better to turn the steering wheel a bit earlier. 2. Keep the speed slow, and ensure the speed of turning the steering wheel matches the speed of releasing the clutch. Practice multiple times.

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VanRose

08/11/25 11:44pm

When I reverse into a parking space, one side is always wider while the other is narrower. The main reasons are imprecise steering wheel control and misjudgment of reference points. As a beginner, I initially didn’t master how many turns of the steering wheel were needed—stopping too early leaves the car improperly positioned, while stopping too late causes overcorrection. Another common issue is the inaccurate angle when viewing parking lines in the rearview mirror, leading to realizing the car is crooked only after it happens. Habitually turning the steering wheel too early also results in uneven space on either side. I recommend practicing several times in an open area, taking it slow, using the car’s center point as a reference, and avoiding habitual mistakes. Watching instructional videos can also help, as repeated practice will gradually improve your sense of direction. A reversing camera is useful, but don’t rely on it too much—developing your own feel is more important. The key is to slow down, stay patient, and always observe the rear wheel position for adjustments during each reverse.

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