1. Parking
Parking is the act of bringing a vehicle to a complete stop and leaving it in a specific place, either temporarily or for a longer period. Illegal or Unsafe Parking Can Result In: Fines, tickets and Towing of your vehicle.
- Parallel parking - Parking along the side of the road, parallel to the curb.
- Perpendicular parking - Parking at a 90° angle to a curb or line (common in parking lots).
- Angle parking - Parking diagonally in a marked space (easier than perpendicular).
- Reverse parking - Backing into a parking space instead of driving in forward.
- Double parking - Illegally parking beside another parked vehicle in the road.
- Street parking - Parking along public roads, usually with rules and time limits.
- Safe Parking Tips:
- Use your indicator when entering a space.
- Always check mirrors and blind spots.
- Park within the lines.
- Turn off your engine and lock the doors.
- Don’t park too close to corners, crosswalks, or fire hydrants.