Can I Control the Speed by Braking in Subject 2 Driving Test?
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Subject 2 requires maintaining an idle state for extended periods, hence the primary method of speed control is through the clutch. Below is additional information: Subject 2: Also known as the small road test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment, specifically referring to the field driving skills examination. For small vehicles (C1 license), the test includes five mandatory items: reverse parking, parallel parking, hill start and stop, right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves). Some regions may include a sixth item, high-speed toll card collection. For C2 license, the test comprises four mandatory items: reverse parking, parallel parking, right-angle turns, and curve driving (S-curves). For large vehicles (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2 licenses), the test includes: stake test, hill start and stop, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turns, narrow gate passage, continuous obstacle negotiation, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turns, as well as simulations for highway driving, continuous sharp mountain curves, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
When I took the second driving test, my speed was too fast during the hill start, so I had to step on the brake to slow down to avoid stalling, and I passed smoothly. The instructor said that using the brake to control speed is a normal operation, as long as you don’t press it too hard and cause the car to stop. The test rules allow reasonable braking, but the key is to coordinate it with the clutch, otherwise it’s easy to make mistakes. During practice, you should simulate more and find the right feel—using the brake well can make parking more precise. Remember, safety comes first, and the examiner is assessing your vehicle control skills. Here’s a small tip: when practicing S-curves, lightly tap the brake to stabilize your speed—don’t rush and risk crossing the line.
