When parallel parking on the right between two vehicles, how should you align your front bumper?

• A. Your front bumper is even with the front bumper of the vehicle in front.
• B. Your front bumper is even with the front vehicle's rear bumper.
• C. Your front bumper is even with the rear bumper of the vehicle behind you.
• D. Your front bumper is even with the side mirror of the vehicle in front.

Answer: (B)

When parallel parking on the right between two cars, you want a starting point that gives you room to swing into the space without hitting either vehicle. Aligning your front bumper with the rear bumper of the car in front creates that ideal setup: you’re far enough back to clear the front car as you begin to back in, yet not so far back that you can’t still fit between them. This positioning makes it easier to steer into the gap and then straighten once you’re centered. Other alignments would place you too far forward, too far back, or at an odd angle, increasing the risk of contact.