Before pulling into a perpendicular parking space, how much space should you have between you and the cars you will be parking next to?

When preparing to pull into a perpendicular parking space, maintaining a space of 7-8 feet between your vehicle and the adjacent cars is ideal. This ensures that you have sufficient room to maneuver your vehicle into the parking space without risking contact with the other vehicles. The 7-8 feet distance provides adequate clearance, allowing for a comfortable turning radius and minimizing the chances of misjudging the space or accidentally hitting the neighboring cars as you enter the spot. It also helps to accommodate the width of your vehicle and any potential movements of the cars nearby, especially if they are parked or may need to exit their spots. Maintaining this distance is essential for both safety and practicality in parking scenarios.