Kenya Driving Test
Model Town Board Parking
Compare angle and parallel parking, including vehicle restrictions and parking directions.
Angle or parallel?
Angle parking is also called ample or controlled parking. Parallel parking is also called flush or uncontrolled parking.
| Compare | Angle / ample | Parallel / flush |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles | Small saloon cars only | All types except tractors and trailers |
| Where to start | Farthest end | Farthest end |
| Park using | Forward gear | Reverse gear |
| Leave the space using | Reverse gear | Forward gear |
| Layout | One-way flow; designated entrance and exit | On the left in the direction of traffic; leave exit space |
Kenya Learner Driver Handbook · Unit 3 · p. 12
For parallel parking, how should you enter the space?
Put your understanding into practice
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