To me, it seems objectively easier to pull into a parking space forward and then back out of the space when you are ready to leave. You don’t have to line up with the lines while driving backwards, and it’s easier to keep from hitting other cars as well. So why back in? To me, the only advantage I can think of is that you can get out quicker, technically.

Edit: I do not need driving instruction, just wondered why. The reasoning.

  • friend_of_satan@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I’ve been driving for 30 years and honestly I can’t think of a single time that I felt that backing in was an advantage in regard to maneuverability. The visibility of oncoming traffic aspect does make sense though. Now that rear view cameras are a legal requirement though, IMHO it makes even less sense to back in.

    Other people may disagree and that’s fine, but I am a bit surprised at the -20 vote on my previous comment.