Chapter 3: Parking Rules

Properly parking a vehicle is a critical driving skill that ensures safety, maintains traffic flow, and shows courtesy to other road users. Knowing where, when, and how to park legally is essential for preventing collisions, avoiding fines and towing, and ensuring emergency vehicles have clear access. Mastering these rules is a key component of both the road test and responsible daily driving.

General Parking Rules

Whenever a driver parks a vehicle, they must ensure it is properly secured and positioned correctly for the type of parking space.

Securing Your Vehicle

Before leaving a parked vehicle, a driver must follow these steps to ensure it will not move unexpectedly:

1. Stop the engine.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. Place the transmission in “Park” (for automatic) or in gear (for manual).
4. Lock the ignition and remove the key.
5. Lock the doors to prevent theft.