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Drivers Shift to Backing In Amid Divided Ideologies

2/21/2026

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Story summary
  • A recent article reports a growing trend of U.S. drivers backing into parking spaces, contrasting with the traditional headfirst approach.
  • The author finds this shift annoying.
  • William Van Tassel of the American Automobile Association (AAA) notes that AAA has promoted backing into spaces since 2020.
  • The piece attributes the trend to broader ideological divisions in America.
  • It suggests updated driving guidelines may influence behavior.