When parking downhill next to a curb, which direction should you turn your front wheels?
Why this is correct
When parking downhill, always turn your front wheels toward the curb or shoulder. This way, if your vehicle rolls, it will move away from traffic and into the curb or off the roadway, preventing it from rolling into the street.
From the official Minnesota Driver's Manual (page Page 39)
When the front of a parked vehicle points downhill, wheels should be turned toward the curb or shoulder of the road.
Also asked as
- You are parking your car on a steep downhill street with a curb. After setting the parking brake, you should turn your steering wheel:
- Which of the following describes the correct wheel position when parking downhill with a curb?
- According to the diagram, when a parked vehicle points downhill next to a curb, the front wheels should be turned:
- The proper wheel position when parking facing downhill with a curb is:
Practice this + 230 other Minnesota DMV questions
Free, no credit card. Track your progress, see your weak areas.
Start practicing free →