Is it acceptable for wheels to touch the dotted line during parallel parking?
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Parallel parking, when entering the parking space, the wheels must not touch the dotted line outside. Drive the vehicle to a position parallel to the parking space in the direction of travel, then reverse into the space to the right rear without any pauses. As long as the vehicle is parked within the designated area without crossing the boundary lines of the parking space, it is considered a pass. Below are the standards for the driving test: 1. Vehicle body crossing the line: If the vehicle body crosses the line after stopping in the parking space, 100 points will be deducted. 2. Wheels touching the lane boundary line: If the wheels touch the lane boundary line while moving, 10 points will be deducted. 3. Not parked within the space: If the vehicle is not parked within the designated space, 100 points will be deducted. 4. Left turn signal not activated: If the left turn signal is not activated when starting, 10 points will be deducted.
When parallel parking, it's generally not acceptable for the wheels to touch the dashed line, especially during driving tests. I remember when I was learning to drive, the instructor repeatedly emphasized staying within the white lines because although dashed lines may seem more lenient than solid ones, they still serve as boundary markers - touching them could result in a failed test. In practical terms, if wheels roll over dashed lines, the vehicle may slide out and scrape against curbs or sustain tire damage, which is a common pain point for beginners. I recommend using the rearview camera more often during practice or asking a friend to help monitor the distance, maintaining at least a 30cm safety gap between the wheels and dashed lines for better security. Develop good habits in daily driving too - don't park carelessly just to save time, or you might get a ticket or scratch your beloved car. Always prioritize safe driving: it's better to reverse a few more times than risk touching the lines.