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Will points be deducted if one side of reverse parking is less than 10 centimeters?

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DelAaliyah
09/08/25 6:08am

Reverse parking with one side less than 10 centimeters will not result in point deduction. Line touching: As long as the vehicle body does not touch the line, no points will be deducted. If the reverse parking is slightly wider on one side and narrower on the other, it will not affect the reference points or operation during reversing. Introduction: If one side is too narrow and the other too wide, when exiting the parking space by turning towards the narrow side, you need to fully turn the steering wheel only when the rear wheel on the narrow side reaches the corner of the parking space. If exiting by turning towards the wide side, you can turn the steering wheel slightly in advance. By observing the relationship between the rear-view mirror, wheels, and the corner of the parking space, if it's too close, straighten the steering wheel and wait until the rear wheel comes out before fully turning the steering wheel again to exit the test area. Although reverse parking with one side wider and the other narrower does not result in point deduction, it may lead to some unnecessary operations, making the entire reversing process more complicated and harder for beginners to remember. Therefore, mastering the correct reverse parking techniques is crucial.

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GiaDella
09/20/25 4:45am

In the reverse parking test, having the car body less than 10 cm from one side will definitely result in point deduction. The driving test scoring criteria are very strict, requiring the vehicle to maintain a safe distance of 15 to 30 cm from the edge of the parking space. Less than 10 cm is too close and will be considered a high-risk operation by the examiner. As a veteran driving instructor, I've seen many students lose points due to this mistake. The core issue is that such a small distance exposes imprecise technique, making it easy to scrape the boundary line and fail. During the test, it's advisable to frequently use the left and right rearview mirrors to observe and carefully reverse while aligning with reference points. During practice, you can set up markers on an open ground to simulate the parking space and develop a sense of distance. Never overlook this small detail—accumulating experience through practice is crucial. Precision is achieved through slow movements and multiple fine adjustments.

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LaylaAnn
11/03/25 5:08am

Right after getting my driver's license, I struggled with parking issues. The examiner deducted points when the margin was less than 10 cm! The standard is clear: the distance shouldn't be too small; 15 cm or more is safe. The instructor always said small distances easily lead to crossing the line. During practice, I often took photos of parking spots with my phone to analyze and adjust angles at home. Techniques include slowing down when reversing, steering early rather than late; during the test, take deep breaths and correct deviations promptly. Too small a distance indicates overly aggressive maneuvers—it's advisable to have friends outside help call stops for assistance. With enough practice, muscle memory develops; don't believe in one-time perfect parking tricks. Safety first, controlling the distance can avoid awkward driving situations in the future.

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EdwardLee
12/17/25 5:08am

When my child was learning to drive, I carefully checked the parking standards – being less than 10cm from one side would definitely result in point deduction. Driving test scoring prioritizes safety, as getting too close risks scratches. As a parent, I worry that point deductions due to my child's lack of experience might affect their confidence. I suggest practicing the three-point alignment method more often during training: observing the sideline, reference point, and parking space position in the mirrors. Maintaining about 15 centimeters ensures stability. Simulate real parking spaces a few times before the test and adjust the steering wheel gently. What parents can do is remind them of the importance of details, offering encouragement without pressure. Reversing into a space is a fundamental driving skill – mastering distance control makes daily parking much easier. Learning patience from small mistakes is what matters most.

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