Driving Lesson - Reverse Parking - Parallel Parking
Driving Lesson - Reverse Parking - Parallel Parking
Where
Starting Point
- Position
- 1⁄2 car width away (Approx. 1m)
- 1⁄2 car length past
- Parallel to parked vehicle
- Signal
- Left indicator – when stopping (if required)
- Reverse lights – ASAP
1st Part
- P – Prepare in reverse gear
- O – Observe (360° observation from right to left) – look over left shoulder
- M – Move – slowly – old man's walking speed
2nd Part
- When backs of both vehicles are level
- Stop
- Observe (360° observation from right to left) – front will swing out
- 1 full turn to the left – whilst still moving slowly
3rd Part
- 45% with the pavement, from the left mirror pavement should be about to disappear
- Stop
- 2 full turn to the right – whilst still moving slowly
4th Part
- Just before parallel to kerb
- 1 full turn to the left – whilst still moving slowly – to straighten wheels
Finishing Position
- 15-20cm from kerb and parallel
- Within 2 car lengths
- Secure car
Other Road Users (including pedestrians)
- Stop – allow to pass
- Move on if another vehicle too close behind
Slow Speed – Good Observation

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