I try hard to park within 6" of the curb. If it's a tight squeeze it's not always possible. I do hate rubbing my tires against the curb, or parking with more than a foot of space between wheels and curb.
Left. Or, away from the curb.
Towards curb
So back of tire will roll onto curb
Rubbing corns just makes them hurt more.
on inside , yes the bones hurt
rub your tires on the curb to slow your vehicle.
If the front tires have enough room to turn without rubbing anywhere,
2-18 inches usually.
Sure. Most people hit the curb on a daily basis. As long as you didn't pop your tires.
Check the transmission fluid level for the kicking into gear problem, and check the brakes for the rubbing sound.
That should be OK, but check carefully for any rubbing.