One Simple Thing: Back Into Your Parking Space
Parking lots are surprisingly dangerous. One in five accidents happen there, mostly due to people relaxing their attention due to the low speeds. Blind corners and cars backing out just add to the chaos.
The easiest way to stay safe (outside of simply paying closer attention and staying off your phone) is to back into your parking spot!
I know, I know. Youâre always running late and donât have time, plus youâre absolutely awful at lining it up right and donât want to embarrass yourself in front of all those strangers.
But those are just excuses.
Backing in doesnât take much more time, and I promise that after a week or two of doing it youâll be much more comfortable driving in reverse.
Try it once. Then watch what happens when you go to leave your space. All of a sudden, you can see everything! You no longer have to look over your shoulder, hoping that nobody speeds around the corner while youâre backing out.
You simply look both ways and drive away.
Iâve been doing it for a few years now and Iâm never going back. It really makes that much of a difference!