Video: How to parallel park
This step-by-step video shows you tips on how to perfect your parallel park.
We show you how to parallel park.
You will be asked to carry out a reverse manoeuvre on your test, this could be a reverse bay park, a reverse around the corner or a parallel park. The important thing to remember when you are carrying out a parallel park is to observe, move slowly and steer quickly.
On your test the examiner is looking for you:
- to reverse into a space of approximately two car lengths,
- to park your car at the kerb safely, smoothly and under control,
- to maintain observation throughout the manoeuvre,
- to be parked not too close to the parked car, and
- to not touch the kerb while manoeuvring.
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