DoD Allied Forces Italy (AFI) Driver's License Practice Exam

When parking on an incline, turning your wheels toward the curb is the safest option to prevent your vehicle from rolling down the hill in case it starts to roll. If you are parked facing uphill, turning the wheels toward the curb ensures that if the vehicle slides, it will roll into the curb rather than into traffic or other hazards. In contrast, if you were to turn the wheels away from the curb while parked uphill, the vehicle could roll into the street, posing a danger to other drivers and pedestrians. Therefore, the correct practice ensures safety and adherence to best practices for parking on hills. This is particularly important in regions that may have steeper inclines, where the risk of vehicle movement increases. Always turning the wheels toward the curb when parked downhill or uphill is an essential part of responsible driving and parking.