Can you pass your driving test without parallel parking?
Will I still pass my driving test if I don’t know how to parallel park? I’ve tried to learn but I just don’t get it. I’m worried that I’ll fail because I don’t know what I’m doing!
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’ll be able to pass your driving test without parallel parking in most states, but some states require you to parallel park successfully in order to get your license. In
, for example, you’ll fail your driving test immediately if you fail to parallel park correctly.
However, many states have dropped the parallel parking requirement within the last 10 years. To check to see if your state requires parallel parking on your driving exam, check your state laws or contact your local DMV.
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