“I reversed into a pole.”
“I hit the bollard, I didn’t see it.”
“The other driver’s door swang open while he was attending to
his groceries.”
“The trolly rolled over my car.”
Sounds familiar? A few can have a story or two on this incident. While it is true that we have to take precautions in driving to any road, driving in and out of the parking is no different.
Check out below list to avoid parking lot car crashes.
Be mindful of obstruction.
It can be a narrow entrance, a ramp, guard rails, bollards, posts, or signage, have a watchful eye and you should always anticipate and be on the lookout always.
Make use of technology.
Cars nowadays are equipped with reverse cameras, and sensors, make use of these to your full advantage.
Take it slow.
The Australian speed limit to a shared zone like a parking lot is 10kph. It is best to maintain this speed while driving in and out of a parking lot.
Reverse with extra care.
Parking lots can have many obstacles like blind spots, and other moving objects like trollies, pedestrians, reversing cars from another lane and so on. So be sure to look over your shoulder to check. You should be extra vigilant and careful when reversing.
Drive safely.
No matter how busy your day can be, driving with safety in mind can save you a supposedly avoidable incident. Always put in mind road rules, like speed. Moreover, having clean windows and mirrors is a must as poor visibility can be a great factor in the avoidance of parking incidents.
Remember: Be considerate, be patient, drive slowly, and be alert. Your fun lunch with friends can turn into a bad day just because of uncareful parking. Keep your cool. Drive safely.
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