When to pull up on the left side of the road?
In normal driving, you will be further right into the road, making the kerb further left than this reference point. When you wish to park next to the kerb use this reference point to slowly edge over closer to the kerb until the reference point lines up.
What’s the best way to drive side parking?
Drive your car parallel to the car in front. The back of your car should ideally be in line with the car beside yours. Turn your entire steering to the left. Reverse your car until it is at an angle of 45 degrees position. Straighten your steering wheel. Reverse slowly, looking at your left hand side mirror.
Do you have to Park on the left side of the car?
You will also only be asked to park on the left side and not the right. You must however ensure that you park a reasonable distance from the kerb (no more than 12 inches). You can park as close to the kerb as you wish, providing you do not hit it.
Is it dangerous to Park on the right side of the road?
Parking too close or opposite a junction that is on the right hand side of the road is hazardous for vehicles exiting that junction. If a vehicle is exiting this junction and wishing to turn left, their main observation will be to their right.
In normal driving, you will be further right into the road, making the kerb further left than this reference point. When you wish to park next to the kerb use this reference point to slowly edge over closer to the kerb until the reference point lines up.
Parking too close or opposite a junction that is on the right hand side of the road is hazardous for vehicles exiting that junction. If a vehicle is exiting this junction and wishing to turn left, their main observation will be to their right.
You will also only be asked to park on the left side and not the right. You must however ensure that you park a reasonable distance from the kerb (no more than 12 inches). You can park as close to the kerb as you wish, providing you do not hit it.
What happens if you park too close to a junction?
Parking too close to a junction reduces effective observation for vehicles exiting the junction and can make access difficult for emergency vehicles, especially fire engines. Parking too close or opposite a junction that is on the right hand side of the road is hazardous for vehicles exiting that junction.