What should you do when backing up while parallel parking?

When backing up while parallel parking, it is important to turn your wheel toward the vehicle behind you and back slowly. This technique helps angle your car into the parking space effectively. By turning towards the vehicle that's behind you, you create the necessary angle to fit your vehicle into the space and navigate around any obstacles. Backing up slowly allows you to have better control over your vehicle, making it easier to adjust your position if needed and reducing the risk of collisions.

Maintaining a slow pace provides ample time to check your mirrors and blind spots for pedestrians or other vehicles. This approach enhances safety and precision while executing the maneuver.

In contrast, turning the wheel away from the vehicle behind you, keeping the wheel straight, or simply backing quickly would either make it more difficult to fit into the parking spot or significantly increase the risk of an accident. Therefore, intuitively managing your steering direction in relation to the vehicles around you is crucial for successful parallel parking.