Road test, parallel parking?

Question

when i back into the spot, which way does my head face? i find it hard to have both hands on and face behind me

Answer 1

LOL....

Answer 2

You want to be looking at the curb side as you line your car up with the car in front of the space you are going to park in.  You also need to be checking the mirror as you start to back up and swing the front of the car towards traffic which might be approaching from behind.  You should be able to steer with your left hand on the wheel and the other on the back of the seat to help you turn fully to see behind you as you back toward the car behind the space you are parking in.  Did you get all that?  Look to the right, then left and in the mirror and then back to the rear.

Answer 3

I usually have my head in the direction I am backing in (if I am backing to the right, my head is turned to the right and I am looking towards the right curb, going back and forth from the car in front and in back of me, so I don't hit them).

Answer 4

When backing at low speeds,  it is permissable to remove one hand from the wheel to turn and look over your shoulder.   The important thing is to not hit something.

Depending solely on mirrors not a good idea as mirrors have limited range of view and distort distances.

Answer 5

the side mirror on da right.

tip. remember to back in reverse straight when u r 45 degree.

Answer 6

It depends on which way your backing.  For the most part you'll be backing to your right so that's the way your head should face.  Try using your right mirror more than trying to turn your head all the way around.

I drive a big rig and yes to get my license I had to parallel park one of those.  You should try backing one of those.

Good luck.

Answer 7

Right..............