Will points be deducted for crooked parallel parking?

[LeJustin]

Crooked parallel parking will not result in point deductions. Below are the specific details about parallel parking: 1. Operation requirements: The driver must maneuver the vehicle into the right-side parking space without the wheels touching the lane boundary lines or parking space boundary lines. 2. Examination criteria: (1) If the vehicle body crosses the line after parking, 100 points will be deducted. (2) If the wheels touch the lane boundary lines during movement, 10 points will be deducted. (3) If the vehicle is not parked within the parking space, 100 points will be deducted. (4) If the left turn signal is not activated when starting, 10 points will be deducted. (5) If the vehicle stops midway, 100 points will be deducted.

[PhoebeAnn]

When I was taking my driving test, I definitely got points deducted for parking crookedly in the parallel parking section. The examiner required the car body to be parallel to the curb, and the wheels couldn’t go outside the lines. I was so nervous that I turned the steering wheel too early, causing the car to tilt, and I lost 10 points—almost failing. Looking back now, the test standards are really strict: the wheels must be within 30 centimeters of the curb, and even a poorly adjusted mirror angle can lead to mistakes. I recommend practicing more to get a feel for it and taking deep breaths to stay calm during the test. After actually driving, I realized that parking slightly crooked in real life might not be a big deal, but during the test, you must be careful not to make mistakes. Failing once means retaking the test, which is time-consuming, exhausting, affects your mood, and wastes time.

[StAlan]

Having driven for over a decade, I can confirm that crooked parallel parking would definitely result in point deductions during the exam. For instance, during the Subject 2 test, misaligned vehicle body or wheels crossing the line would lead to immediate penalties. My driving instructor repeatedly emphasized this during training. In daily life, however, parking slightly askew in roadside spaces might not get you a ticket as long as the vehicle remains within the bay and doesn't obstruct traffic. But if parked at a severe angle occupying two spaces or hindering traffic flow, patrolling officers may issue fines ranging typically from 100 to 200 RMB depending on local regulations. It's best to cultivate the habit of proper alignment when parking—it's safer, avoids fines, and reduces the risk of scrapes.

[VonClaire]

I believe parking crooked will definitely result in point deductions during the driving test, as the examination rules clearly require the vehicle body to be parallel and correctly positioned. This is crucial for developing safe habits. I've personally witnessed a friend's accident caused by uneven parking. In reality, if the misalignment is severe enough to obstruct others or violate traffic regulations, it might lead to fines. I recommend everyone pay more attention to adjusting mirrors and controlling the steering wheel during practice to avoid future troubles.