Signals When Backing up
We’ve got a question from a reader about signals when backing up. It’s actually a good question. Q: When I back up, what kind of signal do I have to …
Reversing and Parking
Do you need to learn about reversing and parking a vehicle? If you are new at driving, this is for you. Are you teaching someone how to drive? This could be helpful, too. We have many articles about how to parallel park, reverse stall park, park on hills, and general reversing skills for all drivers. A few of our most popular articles are Reversing a Car, The Ultimate Guide, How to: Parallel Parking, How To: Reverse Stall Parking.
Is It Illegal To Back Out Of My Driveway?
There is no law against backing out of your driveway If there were, how would you ever get your car out of your driveway again?! Sometimes it is not safe …
Parking Lot Turn Signals: What’s The Deal?
Everyone knows you’re supposed to use your turn signals when you’re driving forwards. But what about when you are going backwards? In a parking lot, for example. If you’re wondering …
How To: Parallel Parking
Parallel parking for some reason has a bad rep. But it really is not something to get wound up about and it can be nearly perfected with practice. There is …
How To: Reverse Stall Parking
reverse stall Parking Aside from being a necessary skill for a road test, knowing how to park is a necessary skill for life. Let’s talk about reverse stall parking. What …
Parking Your Car In Gear – The Right Gear
always Leave Your Car in a gear Have you ever wondered about parking your car in gear? Always leave your car in a gear (if standard) or in ‘P’ (Park …
How to Park Your Car on a Hill Safely {2020}
Parking on a hill – what’s the big deal? Parking on a hill is not that different from parking on a non-hill. But you do need to consider a few …
Reversing a Car – The Ultimate Guide
Reversing a car can be so confusing, especially for new drivers. Don’t worry. It just takes a little bit of practice. And we have lots of tips to help you …
Difference Between ‘No Parking’ And ‘No Stopping’ Road Signs
No stopping means no stopping Opposite of a stop sign In other words… ‘KEEP IT MOVING’ No parking means do not park the car, turn it off, take …
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Driving Question : Can I Reverse Out of Driveway Across Solid Yellow Line(s) ?
Q: Can I back out of my driveway across double yellow lines? There is no specific law against this. You are required to make sure it is safe before you reverse …
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Right-of-way in the parking lot
Question : I am driving out of a parking lot. Several meters ahead of me, the back up lights on car in a parked space come on. Do I continue driving …
Parking at a ‘T’ – or 3-way – intersection
Question : On a three way intersection where on the side of the through road has a lane available next to the curb for parking, would it be legal for …
Q: Where is it Illegal to Park a Car in BC?
It is illegal to park the car: where the curb is painted yellow on the ‘wrong’ side of the road i.e. against traffic direction where your vehicle obstructs the view …
Q: Can you drive across Lines in a Parking Lot?
I don’t think there’s a law against it…. Should you? That’s the question. Parking lots come in as the second most common place where collisions occur (after intersections). These aren’t …
Real Life Reasons to Turn your Wheels when Parking on a Hill
Every time someone comes to me and says, “Teach me how to park on a hill. I need to pass the road test,” it makes me cry!! No one needs …
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Is It Illegal to Reverse Into an Intersection in BC ?
Please don’t! If you are going the wrong direction, turn around using a lane or drive around the block! By the way it is also illegal to reverse over …
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Q: How Many Vehicles Can I Park in my Driveway?
Are we talking about Smart Cars, or Lincoln Navigators? Your driveway is private property so you can park as many as you want (or should I say, as many as …
Q: Can I Park My Car Blocking My Own Driveway?
No!!!! I mean, you can… but… In BC it is illegal to park blocking the entrance to any driveway – even if it’s your own. Please note that there is …
Turning Around While Driving : 2-Point Turns
2-point turns: one of the many ways of turning around if you find yourself going in the wrong direction Whenever reversing, try to eliminate any extra backing up. …
