What are the rules for parallel parking?

[SanColton]

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.

[StEmery]

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.

[MacKinsley]

After driving in the city for over a decade, parallel parking has become second nature. The key points are: choose a parking space that's sufficiently large, generally at least 1.5 meters longer than your vehicle. Before stopping, slowly approach and align parallel to the front car, maintaining about one meter distance. After turning on the right signal, observe traffic conditions. When safe, slowly reverse while gently turning the steering wheel right to angle the rear wheels in, simultaneously checking mirrors. If encountering obstacles, straighten the wheel first for minor adjustments. When halfway in, turn the steering wheel left to straighten the position, then confirm the car isn't tilted and isn't too far from the curb to avoid blocking traffic. For safety, turn on hazard lights as a signal. Common mistakes include moving too fast or over-steering - be patient with controls to ensure success in one attempt and minimize accident risks.

[EvaDella]

As someone with extensive driving instruction experience, I explain the rules as follows: Before parallel parking, ensure the space is wide and long enough. When reversing, once your rear bumper aligns with the front car's rear wheel, turn the steering wheel right until your front bumper clears the left blind spot, then switch to turning left to straighten out. Maintain low speed throughout and watch for pedestrians or other vehicles. Beginners often make mistakes with incorrect angles - practicing simulated scenarios helps master the technique.

[VanAlivia]

When driving a small car to the city center for parallel parking, it's common to encounter the following steps: select a good spot, approach the car in front, turn on the signal, slowly reverse into the parking space with the rear first, adjust to straighten, finally move close to the curb, and check the position. This process is simple, quick, time-saving, efficient, and safe.

[DelArianna]

After years of driving, I believe parallel parking rules involve spatial calculations from a mechanical perspective. The parking space length needs to exceed the car length by half a meter. When reversing, turn the steering wheel fully to the right to allow the car to enter at a 45-degree angle, then turn fully to the left to straighten the vehicle. Control the speed within 5 km/h. Use reversing radar or camera assistance, or rely on manual experience to complete the maneuver. Ensure no contact with obstacles and minimize risky operations.