Can You Use 3rd Gear for Turns in Subject 3?
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You can use 3rd gear for turns in Subject 3, but the speed should not be too fast, preferably around 20 km/h. Here is a brief introduction about Subject 3: 1. Basic Information: Subject 3, which includes the road driving skills test and the safety and civilized driving knowledge test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. It is the abbreviation for the road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge test in the motor vehicle driver's examination. The content of the road driving skills test varies for different types of vehicles. 2. Test Content: The road driving skills test for Subject 3 generally includes: preparation before driving, simulated lighting test, starting, driving straight, gear shifting operations, changing lanes, pulling over, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, passing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and night driving.
I think using third gear for turns during Subject 3 is not very feasible. When I teach driving, I emphasize that exam regulations require low gears for turns, typically second or first gear. If you force third gear, the vehicle may stall or skid due to the higher gear and difficulty controlling speed, which the examiner will immediately penalize. Before turning, it’s essential to decelerate properly—for example, reducing speed to around 20-30 km/h—then smoothly shift to a lower gear before turning. Safety is the top priority; don’t skip gear-shifting details for convenience. Practice deceleration more to develop good driving habits, which will benefit both passing the exam and daily driving, helping avoid many potential accident risks.
