How to Parallel Park Perfectly (Step-by-Step) – Driving Tips

How to Parallel Park Perfectly (Step-by-Step) – Driving Tips

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by Zutobi · Updated Oct 03, 2024

Learn how to parallel park like a pro with the easy steps outlined in this video. These tips are perfect to prepare you for parallel parking on the driving test and pass easily.

Parallel parking is often one of the most difficult parts of the road test, but if you follow the step-by-step instructions outlined in this guide, it will be no problem for you to complete the maneuver.

Remember that you need to have enough space to be able to safely parallel park between two cars – this is especially important when you’re learning how to complete the maneuver. As you grow more confident in your ability, you can take on smaller and smaller spaces to fine-tune your parallel parking skills. Remember to practice the maneuver a lot before taking your driving test.

  1. Find a large enough parking spot
  2. Place your car parallel to the car in front
  3. Turn the wheel fully to the right and begin to reverse
  4. Turn your wheels straight and reverse further
  5. Turn your wheels fully to the left and reverse into position
  6. Straighten your wheels and creep forward into position

If you’re looking for more tips, we have an awesome guide that goes through how to parallel park to pass your road test, and we recommend that you read it here: https://zutobi.com/us/driver-guides/h…

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