1) There's actually an "Acme" store?? I thought that was just a coyote & roadrunner cartoon creation!
2) I usually park in the hinterland of a lot to minimize the amount of uncertain manoeuvering in the packed rows around pedestrians & other vehicles. Usually that means closer to the entrance/exit than the building. I think that's what you're talking about with the DMV slots.
I also aim for a pull through spot, and the one I ultimately choose is based more on where the car stops rolling than anything else
