Will points be deducted for improper alignment during parallel parking?

[McIsabel]

Points will not be deducted for improper vehicle alignment during parallel parking. Below is relevant information: Key operational steps: Start the car in low gear. When the driver aligns with the reference point, turn the steering wheel to the right. As the car advances until the front is centered, quickly turn the steering wheel left to direct the front toward the left side of the road. When the front nears the left edge line, swiftly return the steering wheel and stop immediately. Shift into reverse gear to back up. When the rear approaches the right boundary line of the parking space, turn the steering wheel fully to the left. Once both sides of the vehicle are parallel with the parking space lines, promptly straighten the steering wheel and stop. Operational tips: Maintain an upright sitting posture, which is crucial for accurately judging reference points. When entering the parking area, park as close to the right side of the road as possible without crossing the yellow right boundary line to avoid reversing too far and crossing the line.

[SarahMarie]

When I took my driver's license test, failing to align the car properly during parallel parking would definitely result in points deduction. The exam rules clearly stated that excessive body tilt or tires crossing the line would lead to penalties. During my test, I lost 10 points for this reason, but fortunately, my overall score was still sufficient—otherwise, I would have had to retake it. The instructor repeatedly emphasized checking the rearview mirrors and parking lines carefully during the test, avoiding sudden steering wheel movements, and suggested recording practice sessions with a phone to review mistakes. In real-life parking situations, it feels less strict than the test, but parking improperly could lead to issues like damaging adjacent cars when opening doors or scraping pedestrians while reversing. So, no matter what, I always try to park as straight as possible.

[DiDelilah]

Having driven for decades, I can confirm that failing to align the car properly during parallel parking in the driving test will definitely result in point deduction, as it's part of the standard operational scoring criteria. A crooked car indicates unmastered technique, so it's normal for examiners to deduct points directly. However, in daily driving, as long as the car is parked steadily within the space without obstructing traffic, you generally won't be penalized with point deductions. The key is to ensure safe parking, because a poorly aligned car can easily lead to minor accidents when pulling out. I recommend that beginners practice reversing skills more, such as using reference points on the car's front to align properly. With practice, you'll naturally park straight and avoid issues.

[DeCole]

During my practice for Subject 2, I pay special attention to the parallel parking posture. The instructor emphasized that improper car alignment will definitely result in point deductions, and in severe cases, failing the test immediately. The exam requires the car body to be perfectly parallel to the roadside line; a significant angle deviation means instant failure. So now, every time I park, I check if the rearview mirrors are properly aligned and ensure the steering wheel is straightened in time. Although occasionally parking crookedly in real driving isn't a big deal, developing good habits is crucial for safety and convenience when entering and exiting. Practicing more to control speed makes me feel increasingly steady.