Are you new to driving? There can be a lot of factors about driving that seem nerve wracking, but it’s simple if you know the steps. One of those parts of driving includes learning how to park a car. If you’re not sure how to park a car, our new Toyota dealership is giving you a step-by-step guide. With help from Toyota of N Charlotte, you can learn how to park a car like a pro.
Tips for how to park a car
Learning how to park a car is simple! When parking, you must first identify what kind of spot you’re parking your car in.
- Straight Parking Space
- Angled Parking Space
- Parallel Parking Space
When you’re approaching a straight or angled parking space, be sure to use your turn indicator to notify other drivers that you are stopping and parking. Slow down and turn your wheel toward the parking spot. Watch the corners of your N Charlotte Toyota to ensure you’re not too close to other cars. Continue driving into the parking spot while straightening out your steering wheel until your vehicle is parallel with the cars on either side of you.
You may have heard that learning how to park a car in a parallel space is difficult, but it’s actually quite simple. Our N Charlotte Toyota dealership is breaking down parallel parking step-by-step:
- Find a spot that will suitably fit your vehicle and use your turn indicator to let other drivers know you will be parking in that spot.
- Line your car up parallel with the car that will be parked in front of you. Shift into reverse, and turn your steering wheel all the way to the right.
- Remove your foot from the brake slowly and allow your car to move into the spot, toward the sidewalk or curb.
- Once a good portion of the rear of your car is in the spot, begin turning your wheel back to the left. Back up as far as you can without colliding with any cars behind you. Shift your car into drive and move your vehicle forward to straighten it out.
- Repeat these steps until your car is parallel with the curb and you've left enough room for your car to get out. Shift into park and voila!
Park your N Charlotte Toyota safely!
Before you place your N Charlotte Toyota in a parking spot, it’s important that you find a space that will be safe for your car. When scanning a parking lot or area, keep your eyes out for a spot with enough space for your vehicle (don’t forget you have to open the doors, too!). You should also find a spot away from items that could damage your N Charlotte Toyota like shopping carts or large light poles. Once you’ve found a space appropriate for your vehicle, it’s time to park!
For more tips on how to park a car, visit us! Our N Charlotte Toyota dealership is located at 13429 Statesville Road, just off of I-77 at exit 23!
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