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I've noticed this as well. If I park in the middle of the parking lot with no cars anywhere near me, very often I come back to find another car parked right nex
by mszcz 7y ago
I've noticed this as well. If I park in the middle of the parking lot with no cars anywhere near me, very often I come back to find another car parked right next to mine.
My theory as to why this happens is that a parked car is a clearer indicator of how to park properly. If I try to park properly using the painted lines (which are often not very visible and go out of sight when you start entering your parking spot) I might miss the mark. However, a parked car that's more visible is a better indicator of whether I've parked correctly.
- systemtest 7y agoOne of the reasons I back into parking spots. Back in, watch your mirrors, line up the lines using your mirrors or backup camera and continue going back. You will park perfectly in the middle every time.
- bluGill 7y agoFor safety you should always park so you drive out of your parking spot. If you back out you risk that you don't see some kid walking right behind your car. Particularly if when you live a couple trucks/vans have parked next to you so there is no way to see if there is anything else coming and you have to guess.
- systemtest 7y agoCorrect! And if we are listing reasons for backing up: Because you have to pass the parking spot before you back in, you can see if the spot is clear of debris, shopping carts and children.