Can I retake the driving test (Subject 3) in a different location if I failed?
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Subject 3 failed can be retaken in a different location. Steps are as follows: The applicant should bring their ID to the original driving school to apply for transfer procedures, terminate the current contract, and cancel the fees, then proceed as instructed. Exam precautions: During the exam, stay calm while operating. When shifting gears or operating lights, do not let nervousness affect your performance, and avoid losing points on the simplest procedures. When shifting gears, first adjust the speed to the corresponding value, then quickly press the clutch, release the throttle, shift gears, and slowly release the clutch to prevent the car from jerking. Subject 3 training hours requirement: Subject 3 requires a total of 40 training hours, including 16 hours of theory, 4 hours of simulated driving, and 20 hours of practical driving. Subject 3 straight-line driving test tips: Students should focus their vision further ahead to maintain a straight path. Once straight-line driving begins, the steering wheel should not be turned arbitrarily, and the solid lane lines must not be crossed. Students should focus on distant points and make minor adjustments to the steering wheel to ensure straight-line driving, rather than keeping the steering wheel fixed.
Last year, I failed the Subject 3 driving test once. Later, due to a job transfer, I moved to another city and successfully retook the test by re-registering through a local driving school there. The specific steps involved bringing my ID card and the failed test proof from the previous location to the local vehicle management office to apply, filling out forms, and waiting for approval. The process wasn’t too troublesome, but I recommend checking the latest guidelines on the public security traffic management website in advance to avoid unnecessary trips. Retaking the test in a different location is entirely feasible—the key is ensuring your records can be smoothly transferred, as some cities may require that the original validity period hasn’t expired. Personally, I suggest practicing on the road a few more times before the retest to familiarize yourself with local traffic signs and road conditions. This will make you safer and more confident, unlike me, who rushed things and ended up wasting time.
