When parking downhill, which way should the wheels be turned?

When parking downhill, the wheels should be turned toward the curb. This practice is crucial for safety reasons. If the vehicle rolls, having the wheels turned toward the curb will help prevent it from rolling into the street and potentially causing an accident. The curb acts as a barrier that can help stop or slow down the vehicle's roll.

When the wheels are pointed toward the curb, the vehicle will come to rest against it if it starts to roll, reducing the risk of it rolling into traffic. In contrast, if the wheels are turned away from the curb or pointed straight ahead, there is a greater chance that the vehicle will roll into the road, posing a significant hazard to both the vehicle and others on the road. Therefore, remembering to turn your wheels toward the curb when parking downhill is an essential safety practice.