Self-parking

adjectiveStandard termAutomotive

An automated system that steers a vehicle into a parking space.

This advanced driver-assistance feature uses ultrasonic sensors and cameras to measure an available parking spot and calculate the required steering angles. The vehicle's computer takes control of the electronic power steering rack to maneuver the car into the space, while the driver typically controls the pedals and gear selection.

Heard on the job

Engage the self-parking mode and just modulate the brake while it backs into the spot.