What are the rules for parallel parking?
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Parallel parking rules require the driver to maneuver the vehicle into a right-side parking space without the wheels touching the lane boundary lines or the parking space boundary lines. Deduction criteria for parallel parking: After the vehicle is parked, if the body extends beyond the lines, 100 points are deducted; if the vehicle is not parked within the space, 100 points are deducted; if the vehicle stops midway, 100 points are deducted. If the wheels touch the lane boundary lines while moving, 10 points are deducted; if the left turn signal is not activated when starting, 10 points are deducted. Correct method for parallel parking: Observe the distance between the vehicle and the right-side ground reference line through the right rearview mirror, which should be 30 to 50 centimeters. Stop when the vehicle is 1 to 1.5 meters away from the corner of the parking space, shift into reverse gear, and prepare to reverse. Through the right rearview mirror, when the corner of the parking space disappears from the mirror's view, turn the steering wheel fully to the right. Observe the left rearview mirror, and when the outline of the vehicle aligns with the dashed line on the ground, straighten the steering wheel. When the rear wheels of the vehicle touch the yellow line, turn the steering wheel fully to the left. When the outline of the left side of the vehicle is parallel to the dashed line on the ground, the vehicle is properly parked. Precautions for parallel parking: When performing parallel parking, it is essential to slow down, maintain control of the clutch, and keep the speed steady. Adjust the seat and rearview mirror angles before the test. At the beginning of parallel parking, find the correct stopping point to prepare for the next step of reversing. When reversing, turn or straighten the steering wheel promptly upon reaching the designated points.
I remember spending a long time learning the parallel parking rules when I first started driving. Choosing a parking spot is the first step—you need to find a space that is at least twice the length of your car. Before parking, slowly approach the car in front, keeping a half-meter distance, and stop parallel to it. Then, turn on the right turn signal, check the rearview mirror and blind spots to confirm safety before starting to reverse. During reversing, maintain slow speed control. When your rearview mirror aligns with the rearview mirror of the car in front, turn the steering wheel to the right to guide the rear of your car into the space. Once the car is at a 45-degree angle, switch to turning the steering wheel to the left to straighten the vehicle. Continue reversing until the position is suitable, then make slight adjustments to the front of the car to ensure it is within 30 cm of the curb. Throughout the process, maintain low speed and avoid sharp turns to prevent scratching the vehicle. With more practice, you’ll become proficient.
