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Did I have enough space to reverse

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YourJadeSquid · 31/01/2026 12:43

Big white van was parked where the green dots are. I was parked where the red dots were.

I was trying to reverse but I couldn't. Van driver moved a little but then said I had enough room to get out. I honestly don't know if I'm just a bad driver or I needed that much space. He ended up moving and I got out.

Did I have enough space to reverse
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YourJadeSquid · 31/01/2026 12:49

NewYearNewMee · 31/01/2026 12:48

Yes, I should think so. Was it a normal mid sized van parked part on the road / paved corner?

No it was a huge van parked on the pavement

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Whaleandsnail6 · 31/01/2026 12:49

YourJadeSquid · 31/01/2026 12:48

Why reverse park... It doesn't change the shape of the car.

I just feel like I'm more confident driving out of spaces forwards rather than reversing.

Whaleandsnail6 · 31/01/2026 12:48

I think that is enough space

NewYearNewMee · 31/01/2026 12:48

Yes, I should think so. Was it a normal mid sized van parked part on the road / paved corner?

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YourJadeSquid · 31/01/2026 12:48

Why reverse park... It doesn't change the shape of the car.

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Gizlotsmum · 31/01/2026 12:46

was he into the road behind the parking space? How big is your car? Could you try reversing into spaces so easier to drive out? At a quick glance it might have been awkward but should have been doable ( but I would stress if I was being watched)

Nannyfannybanny · 31/01/2026 12:46

I would have thought so, depends on your vehicle really. I always reverse into spaces for this very reason.

Bubbles07 · 31/01/2026 12:46

That does look more than enough space to reverse out. Although I would probably have reverse parked into the bay to start with.

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