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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — The Philadelphia Parallel Parking Association is looking to crown the city’s first-ever parallel parking champion.
Competitors will take part in three challenges designed to test their parking skills.
The first event, called “One Shot,” gives drivers a single opportunity to park.
“That’s just give me your best,” said Adam Wodka, commissioner of the Philadelphia Parallel Parking Association. “You get one shot, no corrections. How close to the curb can you get?”
The second challenge is called “Tight Squeeze.”
“That’s where the spot is set to be just bigger than your car,” Wodka said. “How many moves does it take to get close to the curb?”
The final challenge, “Under Duress,” adds distractions to the mix.
“That’s where we’ve probably got a cone in that spot. We probably have a person yelling at you,” Wodka said.
The winner will receive more than just bragging rights.
“The prize, first of all, is the title of best parallel parker in Philly for 2026,” Wodka said. “It doesn’t get much better than that. That’s bragging rights. Second is a trophy that includes a piece of the curb, and third is a cash prize of $76. Essentially, we’ll cover your next parking ticket.”
The competition is expected to take place sometime this fall.
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