Parking.This is probably one of the most difficult moments when driving a car. Moreover, this maneuver causes difficulties not only for "green" beginners, but sometimes even for quite experienced drivers. And, of course, not only for women - this is just a stereotype. Some men experience no less difficulties when parking. They are just less willing to admit it. How to learn to park? Almost all young drivers have probably asked themselves this question more than once.
Errors and solutions
Unfortunately, driving courses pay attention tonot enough time and attention to parking the car. For some reason, it is believed that once you have more or less learned how to drive, you will be able to park the car somehow. However, this is where the troubles begin. The problem is that whether you like it or not, you have to park the car several times a day. And if every parking is stressful for you, then what pleasure from driving can we talk about! One of the most common mistakes when parking is an incorrect assessment of the size of the parking space. This happens because not all drivers have learned to feel the dimensions of their car. But do not be upset - this "knowledge" is not given to anyone "from above". All you need to "acquire" it is patience and training. Even if you have been driving for several days and are confident in driving, do not spare the time to hone this maneuver. Of course, it is best to practice on a specially prepared site for this. First, you need to learn how to confidently drive in reverse. Just drive around the area, turning first one way, then the other. This is necessary in order to stop making mistakes and automatically turn the steering wheel where you need to. To make things less confusing, you just need to remember that the steering wheel turns in the direction you want to point the rear of your car. Have you practiced? Now you can move on to more complex maneuvers. The car can be represented by posts or pegs. The distance between them should be twice as long as your car. Well, you can begin:
When thinking about the trajectory of movement, it is necessary not tonot only to feel the size of the car, but also to know all its features. For example, rear-wheel drive cars have the smallest turning radius, and all-wheel drive cars have the largest. Unfortunately, many things are given only by persistent practice. Therefore, try to practice this maneuver as often as possible, at any opportunity. Soon enough you will develop a "feeling for the car", and all movements will become automatic. Then you will understand that parking is not difficult at all.
Secure parking
Of course, master these technical pointsabsolutely necessary. And sooner or later you will definitely succeed. What else do you need to know to ensure safe parking? Be careful when choosing a parking spot. Of course, all drivers know that there are places where parking is prohibited. But does everyone follow this rule? It often seems that nothing bad will happen if you leave your car "for just a couple of minutes." For example, when you need to run into a store. But sometimes even these few minutes are enough to then spend a long time painfully freeing your car from the impound lot. Is it worth the risk? Another serious danger is nearby cars. When choosing a parking spot, be sure to pay attention to your "neighbors." For example, you should not park your car next to trucks - they have a completely different trajectory of movement and, when leaving, your car may be "offended." Also, do not park near public transport stops or near the exits / entrances of various enterprises. Make sure that curbs or ramps do not prevent you from opening your car door. By the way, it is convenient to do this using rear-view mirrors. You may not notice a curb just by looking back. When leaving your car "in the fresh air" you need to carefully examine everything around and make sure that nothing threatens it. What should you pay attention to? There should be no suspiciously leaning trees or rusty billboards dangling "on one nail" nearby. If this happens in winter, and the car is parked near the house - check that there are no icicles or "hanging" snow visor on the roof. Be attentive to the people around you. Try to always park so as not to disturb anyone. Firstly, this is required by simple rules of politeness. Secondly, they can take revenge on you. More precisely, not on you, but on your car. And it is definitely not to blame for anything - it was you who parked it like that. Therefore, it is better to spare it and not block, for example, the exit from the entrance or the exit from the garage. Try not to "lock" other people's cars, and if there is no other way out - be sure to leave a piece of paper with your mobile number under the glass. Then they will always be able to contact you. Have you taken care of the car? Now think about yourself, my love. If you have to pick up your car late in the evening, when it is already dark, you should not leave it in unfamiliar courtyards and other "secluded" places. In this case, it is much wiser to "splurge" on paid parking - your life and health are worth much more than these few pieces of paper. And this is not at all what you should save on. As you can see, everything is not so difficult. A little training, a little confidence in your abilities and caution, and the question of how to learn to park well will no longer be a constant "headache" for you. Believe me, you will definitely succeed! We advise you to read:
