Are pauses allowed during the Subject 2 driving test?

[LuciaFitz]

Pauses are not allowed during the Subject 2 driving test for obtaining a driver's license. According to the scoring criteria, stopping midway results in failure. Below are the relevant details: The Subject 2 test includes the following for large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, and large trucks: pile test, hill start, parallel parking, single-plank bridge, curve driving, right-angle turn, narrow gate passage, continuous obstacle course, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turn, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rainy (foggy) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling. For small cars, small automatic transmission cars, small automatic transmission cars for the disabled, and low-speed trucks, the test includes reverse parking, hill start, parallel parking, curve driving, and right-angle turn.

[MacWillow]

When I was taking my driver's license test, the instructor repeatedly emphasized that you absolutely cannot stop the car randomly during Subject 2! The entire test is under surveillance, and if the vehicle pauses for more than two seconds outside designated stopping areas (like the hill start), it's an immediate fail. I've seen many trainees think it's okay to pause briefly during reverse parking to adjust the steering wheel, only for the system to directly rule them unqualified. However, you can stop to catch your breath in transition areas between test items, like the stretch between finishing parallel parking and starting the curve driving. The key is to memorize the test route well and use the clutch to maintain a turtle-like speed of around 3km/h, ensuring both precise operation and avoiding triggering the stopping violation.

[AdelynLee]

As a driving instructor, I must remind everyone that there is zero tolerance for stopping in Subject 2. During the test, there are only two places where you can stop: the hill start must be held for three seconds, and the blank sections between test items. At all other times, even if the car rolls, you must keep the wheels turning. The key issue is that students who struggle with clutch control are prone to stalling or stopping. I recommend wearing thin-soled shoes to better feel the pedal pressure. Having taught hundreds of students, I've found that aligning the wiper's raised point with the sideline is the most stable method—less steering correction means you're less likely to be forced to stop. Also, never stop during curve driving to check the rearview mirror, and always leave some coasting distance before fully turning the steering wheel.

[VanCorey]

Last time when I accompanied my best friend for the Subject 2 test, she failed because of a pause. During the right-angle turn, she was afraid of crossing the line and panicked, hitting the brake. Immediately, the voice announcement declared her disqualified for stopping midway. The instructor mentioned that the test car is equipped with motion sensors, making pause detection extremely sensitive. However, exceptions exist in special circumstances: if a test car ahead blocks the way, the safety officer will instruct you to stop and wait. Remember, stopping before the end line of the parallel parking exercise is not considered a violation, and you can even take the chance to wipe off sweaty hands. It's highly recommended to familiarize yourself with the test site through a mock exam beforehand, knowing which spots allow for brief adjustments to your state.