Which statement about parking uphill with a curb is correct?

• A. Turn wheels toward the curb, set parking brake, and center the vehicle.
• B. Turn wheels away from the curb, leave the parking brake off.
• C. Turn wheels toward the curb, leave the parking brake off.
• D. Turn wheels away from the curb, set the parking brake, and center the vehicle.

Answer: (D)

When parking uphill with a curb, the aim is to keep the vehicle secure and positioned so it won’t roll into the curb or into traffic if something slips. Turning the wheels away from the curb directs the tires so that, if the car begins to move, it will roll toward the center of the road rather than toward the curb. Setting the parking brake provides a strong second safeguard to hold the vehicle in place. Centering the vehicle in the parking space helps maintain proper clearance on both sides and makes it easier to exit. The other options either neglect securing the vehicle with the parking brake or use the wheel direction that could allow the car to contact the curb or roll into it.