Why is the right side too wide when reversing into the garage in Subject 2?

[WalterMarie]

The reasons for the right side being too wide when reversing into the garage in Subject 2 are: 1. Reason one: The reference point was not accurately observed, being too far back. 2. Reason two: The timing was not correctly judged, resulting in turning the steering wheel too late during reversing, which can easily cause the left corner or line of the garage to be crossed. Relevant information about Subject 2 is as follows: 1. Subject 2: Also known as the small road test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination and refers to the field driving skills test. 2. Test content: For small vehicles C1 and C2, the test items include reversing into the garage, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving on a curve as the five mandatory tests. For large vehicles A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2, the test items include the stake test, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, passing a single-plank bridge, driving on a curve, turning at a right angle, passing a narrow gate, passing continuous obstacles, driving on bumpy roads, making a U-turn on a narrow road, and simulated scenarios such as highways, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rainy and foggy weather, slippery roads, and emergency handling.

[DeEmily]

I've also encountered the issue of the right side being too wide when reversing into a parking spot several times. At first, I thought it was because I turned the steering wheel too late, but upon closer reflection, I realized it was more due to inaccurate anticipation. When reversing the car into the spot, if the timing of turning the steering wheel is slightly delayed, the car body will lean to the right, naturally making the right side space wider. I recommend adjusting the seat and rearview mirror positions before reversing to ensure a more accurate view of the parking spot corner. Be prepared to turn the steering wheel when the corner is about to appear in the right rearview mirror, don't wait until it's fully visible. Also, don't rush when turning the steering wheel; keep it steady to let the rear of the car slowly turn in. If you notice the right side is too wide, don't panic—promptly make slight adjustments to the right with the steering wheel to straighten the car body. Practice a few more times to find your rhythm; the key is to accurately identify reference points with your eyes and coordinate the movements of your hands and feet.

[MacAdam]

When the right side is too wide during reverse parking, it is often caused by turning the steering wheel too late. My driving instructor reminded me many times during practice that you need to start paying attention to the right rearview mirror the moment you begin reversing from the parking line. As soon as the lower edge of the rearview mirror covers the yellow line on the ground, you must immediately turn the steering wheel fully to the right. If the action is even slightly delayed, the rear of the car will shift to the right, resulting in too much space on the right side. Sometimes, this can also happen if the car isn't straightened before entering the parking space—you must ensure the car is parallel to the parking lines before entering. Additionally, driving too fast is another issue; keep the clutch steady to slow down the speed, giving you enough time to adjust the steering. If you notice the right side is significantly wider when checking the rearview mirror, quickly turn the steering wheel slightly to the right to correct it, while also observing the left side to avoid crossing the line.

[EvaLynn]

A wider space on the right usually means the steering wheel was turned too late. When reversing, you need to start turning the wheel before the right corner of the parking space appears in the rearview mirror. I've observed skilled drivers at the training ground—they quickly turn the wheel to full lock as soon as the lower edge of the rearview mirror touches the dashed line, allowing the rear of the car to perfectly align with the corner. A slightly tilted car body can also cause one side to be wider than the other, so it's essential to straighten the car before entering the space. Maintain a slow speed and control the clutch properly. If the right side is indeed too wide, don't panic and turn the wheel randomly; just gently steer slightly to the right and straighten the wheel as soon as the car body becomes parallel.