Parallel Parking Step-By-Step / How to Parallel Park Perfectly Every Time

In this parallel parking tutorial, our driving instructor Jacqueline walks you through the step-by-step process of how to parallel park like a pro! She understands the fears and anxieties that come with maneuvering your vehicle in tight spaces, especially when surrounded by bustling traffic.

With Jacqueline’s guidance, you’ll learn the secrets to maneuvering your vehicle with precision, judging distance, and positioning yourself for a successful parking attempt. Her practical advice will empower you to parallel park confidently, even in the most crowded and challenging urban environments!

Here are the steps you need to follow to successfully complete a perfect parallel parking maneuver:

Step 1: Position Your Car The first step is to find a suitable parking spot that’s big enough for your car. Once you’ve found a spot, pull up alongside the car in front of the space you want to park in and and align it with your mirrors. Make sure there’s about two feet between your car and the car next to you

Step 2: Turn your wheel 360 degrees to the right and reverse until you can do your three checks:

• Make sure that the right mirror is just under the brake lights of the car ahead of you.
• Make sure that the curb disappears under your front door handle.
• Check your left mirror and make sure that you can see both headlights of the car behind you.

Step 3: Turn your wheel all the way to the left, then pivot back into your perfect position.

Pull forward if necessary, until your car is centered in the space. Once you’re in the spot, make sure you’re not too close to the curb and that you’re not blocking any driveways.

With these three simple steps, you’ll be able to parallel park perfectly every time.