Parking on inclines and declines

A hill-parking guide covering approach, wheel direction, curb use, transmission position and final security checks.

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Learning Objectives

Choose the correct wheel direction
secure the vehicle
explain how the curb can limit vehicle movement.

Ontario Learning Notes

Wheel direction depends on whether the vehicle faces uphill or downhill and whether a curb is present. Confirm the current MTO method and your vehicle’s parking procedure.

Key Takeaways

Stop close and parallel
set wheel direction before finalizing
apply the parking brake
confirm the vehicle is secure.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Turning wheels the wrong way
relying only on Park
finishing too far from the curb
forgetting a final security check.

Quick Knowledge Check

1. What is one key objective when practising "Parking on inclines and declines"?

Choose the correct wheel direction

2. What is a common mistake learner drivers should avoid here?

Turning wheels the wrong way

3. What does Ontario driving guidance say about this skill?

Wheel direction depends on whether the vehicle faces uphill or downhill and whether a curb is present. Confirm the current MTO method and your vehicle’s parking procedure.

Editorial & Safety Review

Driviology Content Team (Top 15 editorial review) reviewed this page on July 29, 2026. Driving rules and best practices can change - always confirm current requirements with the official Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Driver's Handbook and your licensed instructor before your road test.

Sources & Disclaimer

Featured video: Don’t Fail Your Test! Uphill & Downhill Parking Driving Lesson for Beginners by Canadian Drivers. This video is publicly available on YouTube and is embedded here for educational reference only under YouTube's standard embed terms. Driviology does not claim ownership of, host, or re-upload this content.