> I recall this being the case in Palo Alto for city lots at one time and I believe that San Francisco city lots are similarly ordinanced. Anecdotally this doe

> I recall this being the case in Palo Alto for city lots at one time and I believe that San Francisco city lots are similarly ordinanced. Anecdotally this does not seem to be the case any more, I live in the area and have never been ticketed for backing in. I usually don’t park any other way. You know, in case of zombies and I have to leave quickly. > Unless you know the city, it's safest to park "the standard way”. Depends on the city. Which requires…knowing the city? Or at least looking about. So I think that dismisses any idea that one should default to nose-in. Just park like everyone else is doing if you’re so worried. Only thing I’ve seen people ticketed for in SF is not curbing their wheels, which, likely you won’t notice or know about if you’re from out of town. > Furthermore, there is some "unless you do have a backup camera, the backing into a spot between two cars is more difficult than going in forwards and then using the lot space upon leaving to properly orient." This is only the case if you have never practiced backing up. It’s actually much easier to make precise movements when you’re reversing, due to the front wheel steering. I’m grateful that this was taught to me by my driving course. > Lastly, if you are to make use of the trunk of the car, most parking lots are set up to allow easier access when not backed in. This is true. I park nose-in at Costco.