Ability to parallel-park is great especially in you are going to drive into the city at peak hour where you have to fight for the parking space. Here are some basic parallel-parking tips to help you do this quickly and safely.

Firstly, you must look for a space that you can fit your car without hitting another car. Check that the parking space is a few feet longer than your car. Don’t forget to check your rearview mirror and driver side mirror when you are preparing to park. This is important to get a clear view of another car that might be behind of you.

Turn on the signal closest to the space that you want to park your car. Slow your car down and stop. If there is another vehicle coming from behind as you are trying to park, just stick to where you are and keep the signal on. Another way is to roll down your window and signal to the other driver by waving your hands to let them know you are going to park your car there.

Now, check if your vehicle is lined up with the parked car that is in front of your desired parking area. Make sure that your vehicle is parallel to the parked car by aligning your bumpers together. Try not to get too close to the parked car to prevent scraping when you are moving in. Keep your vehicle two to three feet away from the parked car.

Start by setting your gear into reverse mode. Before you reverse, you must check the driver’s side mirror to make certain that there in no traffic behind you. Assess the space gap by looking over the other shoulder and turn the steering wheel right. Release the brakes slowly as you move into the space.

Check the front part of your car while reversing to ensure that you are distant enough from the rear bumper of the parked car in front. You can check the curb by adjusting the passenger side mirror down a little. Turn the steering wheel to the left once you get your vehicle in the space while you are still going backward. Keep reversing without hitting the car behind you.

Shift the gear back into drive and turn the steering wheel to the right, moving slowly forward while keeping your car centered in the space. Now, you have mastered parallel parking in theory!

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