I never have a problem closing a second date with a kiss if I meet her somewhere. I just walk her to her car and kiss her goodbye.

The issue is with dropping her off at her place and that weird side hug that occurs in the car. A kiss then would just be unnatural.

What is the best way to close a date with a kiss when you drop her off?

I'm not sure if walking a date to their front step/door would be weird? Especially If you were to park right in front of it?