How To Safely Back Out Of A Parking Space When Your View Is Obstructed

How To Safely Back Out Of A Parking Space When Your View Is Obstructed

It can be enough of a challenge by itself to back out of a stall in a busy parking lot. You have to watch for pedestrians all around you, oncoming traffic in the row behind you, other drivers backing out, and many other things. But it makes it all the more difficult when there are vehicles on either side of you blocking your view. You can't see what's coming down the parking lane until your vehicle has backed out quite a ways, which makes the whole process more tense and dangerous. In this video, I give you some tips on how to safely back out of your parking space when your view is obstructed. I appreciate your taking the time to watch this video, and I hope it helps someone avoid an accident in a parking lot. Thanks for watching!

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[solschneidman]

You saved my life ! I just started driving ( got my license ) but I am terrified of parking and parking lots. This made me feel less stupid

[divyaannejose]

Just parked in a narrow tight spot from where I need to back out 😂 and came to watch this video.. new driver here.. very much appreciated ❤

[dagneytaggart]

Two thoughts:
1. Ease and safety begins with choosing your parking spot. If you are less experienced and/or have a large vehicle, try to choose a parking spot in a less crowded area. If the area is safe to park further away from the door, consider it. Parking next to a shopping cart return might also be good. While there is still an obstacle on that side, it isn't a bright shiny new vehicle that will call your insurance if you tap it.
2. Backing requires checking and rechecking during the full movement. Observing the area as you return to your vehicle is helpful. Did someone else just get in their car close by? They may begin backing before you. Is a family six cars down getting the kids out? They may be behind you when you are ready to move. Look for potential hazards as you approach your car.

[oliviazalavari]

Just got my licence but don’t have much experience with parking yet. This helps a lot thank you! I am much more confident in backing out and making the right moves now.

[bidol]

***Beginners, please note that backing INTO a parking spot is much easier because of how the front end swings around. Especially for a longer vehicle like a pickup truck with Crew Cab it is almost the ONLY way you can park. This is because the wheels that steer are in the area where there is less obstructions to worry about. The wheels that enter the parking spot first are the fixed rear wheels and there is more freedom for the front to swing because it is in the open unlined paved area.

[balsbiey]

Tomorrow is my first time driving by myself and i’m still very new at it. This video really helps me visualize things before i drive. Thank you sir!

[JoJa]

Out of all the parking videos I have watched this one was the most thorough and easy to understand. Thank you for creating this video and doing such an awesome job on it!

[Umarx]

This is so underrated, I've watched dozens of videos. Only this taught well.

Please keep doing what you're doing, thanks heaps!

[preciousmemelakutenha]

This video taught me how to reverse out of a parking lot.

[themtoniraniremaxbroker]

Many thanks for Doing this Sir, I have been driving for 45 Years and Still So Much To Learn. Excellent Rendition!!

[shadowblue]

Because of your videous i passed my test today, it's very informative and it helps me a lot during my test, so thank you for making videous like this. More power your channel.

[kieranmorley]

I think it’s sad how few views this has. As someone who drives around 1000 miles a week on average I think more people should be watching. Sure, I knew a lot of this but driving tips are always appreciated by me and I definitely learned a thing or two from this video. Great work, you’ve earned me as a subscriber.

[disco]

4:43 "Only turn enough so that you stay within the lines"....I feel so dumb. I dont know why I didnt think of something so simple lol. I always worry the front of my car will hit the car next me when backing out and trying to turn more tightly. All I had to do was keep it inside the line and then I be able turn the wheel early if there are cars parked close behind. What a great, detailed and informative video!!

[elevatorfan]

I have seen nobody use their turn signal when backing out of a parking space

[elizabethharalson]

I can't wear seatbelt while backing ( Im only 4, 11.) I did all this and still had an incident. Never had a backing up problem in 45 years. Smaller lower vehicles are at a blind spot disadvantage next to huge vehicles.

[cheekychanz]

Hi Stan, Thank you for this video. As a new driver, this helps me a lot to understand how the steering works when reversing. You clearly demonstrated it, and I am confident that I can demonstrate the same during today's assessment test. I've practiced this a few times with my instructor right with me, but I get nervous when I have to perform it by myself for the test. However, after watching your video, I absolutely understand how it works. Warm regards from Dubai.

[Aashbard]

I've been struggling with this, thank you so much this video is a big help!!

[TimSmith-ucpk]

The best and safest way to park is either pull straight through to the space in front of you if available or just back into the space.
And most of all, don't rely on your backup camera. Cameras do not always give you a full view of what is behind you.

[vincentmarcovatcio]

Thank you so much sir, the video was super clear and helpful very thankful for the help.

[ALongHandleForNoReasonAtAllLOL]

You have such an amazingly clear way of explaining what to do and use amazing visual references!! These videos have made me feel more confident about my upcoming test and future driving!