I once heard “to keep your tailgate from being stolen” but that seems like it’d be a rare case.

  • Firipu@lemmy.world
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    4 hours ago

    No, because when you drive out forward, you can start turning the front of your car faster. Hard to put into words.

    I asked AI to explain. It can do it better than me

    [r/NoStupidQuestions] Q: Is it better to back into a tight parking spot or drive in forward? Won’t you get stuck driving out?

    A: Backing into a tight spot is almost always better. Here’s why:

    More control: When backing in, your front wheels (which steer) are free to pivot, giving you tighter, more precise control. Your back wheels just follow.

    Better exit: When it’s time to leave, driving out forward gives you better visibility and a wider turning radius—no more blind reversing into traffic or trying to edge out slowly.

    Why you won’t get stuck driving out: The same space you needed to back in is more than enough to drive out. Your front wheels can turn sharper, and you can see what’s coming. Even in tight spots, driving out is usually quicker and safer than reversing.

    TL;DR: Back in now, drive out easy later. Your future self will thank you.