What is the appropriate distance for parallel parking from the curb?
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Parallel parking should maintain a distance of 30 centimeters between the vehicle body and the curb. Below is a detailed introduction to the content of the Subject 2 driving test: Pole Test: Accurately judge the spatial position of the vehicle body and maneuver the vehicle at low speed to complete reversing or moving forward through spatial obstacle limits. Reverse Parking: Correctly determine the vehicle's reversing trajectory and maneuver the vehicle to complete reverse parking. Parallel Parking: While in motion, correctly maneuver the vehicle to park into a roadside parking space on the right side of the road. Curve Driving: While in motion, operate the steering device to control the vehicle's movement along curves. Right-angle Turn: While in motion, correctly operate the steering device to accurately judge the difference between the inner and outer wheels.
I've been driving since I was young, and now when parallel parking my sedan, I usually maintain a distance of 30 to 50 centimeters, which is quite appropriate. Too close, and the wheels might scrape against the curb or the door might hit obstacles; too far, and the vehicle might protrude into the lane, affecting other cars or causing pedestrians to trip when opening the door. I use a simple method to judge: after parking, look in the right rearview mirror from the driver's seat. If there's about a fist's width between the roadside line and the door frame, it's roughly 30 cm. Beginners can practice with a tape measure to get a feel for it. On city streets, this distance is the safest and most compliant. Don't forget to occasionally check tire wear to prevent rim damage.
