Do You Need to Use Turn Signals for Reversing into the Garage in Subject 2?

[DiHaven]

Subject 2 reversing into the garage or exiting the garage does not require the use of turn signals. There are six instances in Subject 2 where turn signals are required: When starting the vehicle, turn on the left turn signal; When starting on the slope, turn on the left turn signal; During parallel parking, turn on the right turn signal when the vehicle passes the side and prepares to park, stopping 30 cm from the edge before reversing; Before shifting into reverse gear during parallel parking, turn on the left turn signal because the steering wheel will be turned fully to the right during reversing, causing the front of the car to shift left; Before exiting the parking space during parallel parking, shift into drive and turn on the left turn signal, turning it off promptly after exiting; When entering the area for a right-angle turn, turn on the left turn signal and turn it off promptly after completing the turn. Penalties for incorrect use of turn signals are as follows: Failing to use or incorrectly using turn signals before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a deduction of 10 points. Turning the steering wheel within less than 3 seconds of activating the turn signal before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a deduction of 10 points. Subject 2 has a maximum score of 100 points, with evaluation criteria for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, or deducting 5 points. The test is passed under the following conditions: ① For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required; ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. The C1 and C2 license tests include five mandatory items: reversing into the garage, parallel parking, slope parking and starting (C2 has been canceled), right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves). Some regions also include a sixth item: high-speed card collection. The A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2 license tests include pile driving, slope parking and starting, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turns, width-limited gate passing, continuous obstacle passing, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turns, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp mountain curves, tunnels, rainy (foggy) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.

[WilliamFitz]

I remember that during the second driving test, turning on the turn signal wasn't required for reverse parking, as it falls under basic rules. Reverse parking is mainly conducted in the closed-off area of the driving school training ground, where the vehicle's movement range is limited during operation. Turn signals are primarily used to indicate turning intentions to other vehicles on the road. During the test, unnecessarily using the turn signal might actually lead to point deductions, as the examiner evaluates whether your operations are standardized. My instructor emphasized focusing on controlling the speed, steering wheel angle, and aligning the car's position. During regular practice, it's important to frequently check the rearview mirror to ensure the wheels don't cross the line. Although reverse parking seems simple, it involves many details, such as stopping accurately at the starting point and adjusting the distance after entering the parking space—these require repeated practice to master. From a safety perspective, not using the turn signal allows you to focus more on sensing the rear environment and avoid distractions. In short, just follow the instructor's guidance and don't add unnecessary actions yourself.

[LaEli]

Last month I passed the second subject test, and during the reverse parking section, I didn't use the turn signal at all. The instructor repeatedly emphasized that the exam only focuses on the completion of the maneuver and doesn't involve signal lights. When reversing, the vehicle's movement path is fixed, so additional signals aren't necessary. During practice, I found that using the signal light actually slowed me down and delayed the exam process. The key is to control the timing of steering wheel correction and the reversing point to avoid stopping midway or crossing lines, which would result in point deductions. The exam site was basically free of interference, making signal lights unnecessary. In real driving, similar situations like parking lot reversing would depend on the circumstances, but the exam is different. Keeping it simple and effective is the most practical approach.

[DelLaila]

As someone who has been driving for years, I believe that using turn signals is unnecessary for the parallel parking test in Subject 2. From a safety perspective, since the operation is conducted in a closed area with no external vehicles, signaling is meaningless and may even lead to misoperation. Candidates should focus on controlling the vehicle speed at a low and steady state, observing the rearview mirrors to sense the vehicle's position and adjust the steering accordingly. Avoid distractions from unnecessary actions—that's the key to preventing line-crossing mistakes. The rule design is meant to test basic operational skills without signal interference. In real driving, the approach to parallel parking is similar, prioritizing attention to blind spots and obstacles.