Want to park perfectly in any size garage? Try these parking tips: Video

USA Today

20-05-2025

Want to park perfectly in any size garage? Try these parking tips: Video
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How to park in a small garage
If your garage is tight, here are some tools to park without hitting anything.
Having a garage to park in is a luxury not everyone has. And not all garages are made equal. They can be small or packed full of boxes or toys, with just enough room for your vehicle or even two cars, provided your Tetris skills are expert level. In some situations, one wrong move can be disastrous.
The problem isn't a new one, so if you also play a risky game when parking your car, keep reading for some easy solutions to park perfectly every time.
Watch this video for easy parking solutions that work in any garage.
Garage tennis ball
Hang a ball on a string to get a precise park every time. You can buy a parking ball or make your own using a spare tennis ball lying around the house. This solution works by using the ball as a marker, so when your car touches the ball, you know you're in the perfect place.
To use the ball-on-a-string method:
Start by positioning your car exactly where you want it in the garage. Position the ball in a place that makes sense for you and your vehicle. Whether you choose to place it touching the hood of your car or touching your windshield, the important thing is it's in a place you can easily spot when you're behind the wheel. Check that the string is straight and mark the spot on the ceiling. Install a lightweight screw with a hook into your ceiling. Secure the string to the hook.
This method also works if you prefer to back into your parking space.
Garage parking aids
Laser parking assistant.
A laser parking assist can be especially useful if you're parking two cars, plus they come in plug-in versions and battery-powered versions.
You can easily install them on your garage's ceiling with an adhesive strip, but you can also choose to secure it with additional screws. Once it's up, pull your vehicle into the garage and adjust the laser to hit a spot on your dashboard that will indicate you've hit your target.
Parking blocks.
You know those concrete parking blocks that sit at the head of a parking spot? There are smaller and lighter versions of those you can use in your garage, too. They come in different sizes and varieties, including miniature ones that can be used in front of your tires.
To install parking blocks: