Does stalling during the Subject 2 driving test result in point deduction?
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Stalling the engine once due to improper operation will result in a 10-point deduction. Other common situations that lead to point deductions include: Exceeding boundary lines, failing to complete reverse parking, stopping midway, not following the prescribed route or sequence, or exceeding the time limit will result in a 100-point deduction. For slope parking: Parking with the right side of the vehicle more than 30cm from the curb line deducts 10 points; more than 50cm deducts 100 points. Crossing or touching the line deducts 100 points. If the front bumper doesn't align with the pole line but remains within 50cm, 10 points are deducted; exceeding 50cm deducts 100 points. The Subject 2 test has a maximum score of 100 points, with evaluation standards for failing, 20-point deductions, 10-point deductions, and 5-point deductions. Passing requirements: ① For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium buses, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required. ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required.
Having worked at a driving school for many years, I've seen numerous students lose points due to stalling during the Subject 2 test. Stalling definitely results in point deductions. For instance, during the hill start section, stalling immediately incurs a 10-point penalty as per the strict testing criteria. The entire Subject 2 test is scored out of 100, with a passing mark of 70. There are many point-deductible items – if stalling affects operations during parallel parking or reverse parking, the examiner may deduct an additional 5-10 points at their discretion. I recall one case where a student stalled twice on the slope due to nervousness and failed outright. This reminds us to focus on clutch-throttle coordination during practice, especially the technique of slowly releasing the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator on slopes to minimize stalling risks. It's advisable to conduct several simulation runs the day before the test to familiarize yourself with the examination vehicle's performance.
