New South Wales · Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) · Road rules

How much space must you leave when parking behind or in front of another parked vehicle?

The answer

  • At least 1m Correct
  • At least 2m
  • There is no minimum
  • At least 0.5m

Why that's the answer

You must not park within 1m of another vehicle parked in front of or behind you — enough room for both vehicles to move out.

Where this rule comes from

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