when parking parallel, it is best to leave the curb side wheels _____ to _____ inches from the curb.
When parking parallel it is best to leave the curbside wheels? Most states recommend that you keep your wheels about 6 inches away  from the curb, but do not penalize you if your vehicle is within 18  inches from the curb. Anything furtâ¦her than that, and you fail the  maneuver.