How is a straight-line driving test judged as unqualified?

[FernandoAnn]

Direction control is unstable, unable to maintain the vehicle's straight-line motion, resulting in disqualification; Failure to take deceleration measures when encountering the braking of the vehicle ahead, resulting in disqualification; Failure to observe the rear traffic situation through the rearview mirror for more than 20 seconds, deducting 10 points; Lack of awareness of the vehicle's speed, deducting 10 points; Failure to promptly detect road obstacles and take deceleration measures, deducting 10 points. Details of easily deducted points in Subject 3 are as follows: 1. After preparing to start the vehicle, remember to turn the ignition key clockwise for 3 seconds before starting, and naturally release the key with five fingers. Do not turn the key counterclockwise, as this may cause the engine to stall, resulting in a 10-point deduction; 2. If you need to stop midway during the test, do not park the vehicle on traffic markings (whether yellow or white lines), as this will result in a 100-point deduction; 3. When operating the turn signal during the test, remember to wait 3 seconds after turning on the signal before changing direction (simply put, after turning on the signal, check the left and right mirrors before changing direction to ensure 3 seconds have passed, or count to 5 silently in your mind), otherwise a 10-point deduction will apply; 4. During the test, shift the vehicle from 1st gear to 3rd gear as quickly as possible and drive at a speed of around 28-30 km/h when safe. Avoid driving at low speeds in 1st or 2nd gear for long distances; 5. When passing through school zones, bus stops, or intersections without traffic lights, remember to apply the brake (the force does not need to be too strong) upon hearing the computer's voice command, and resume normal driving after passing the designated area; 6. When completing the roadside parking action at the end of the test, operate the vehicle safely as in the Subject 2 uphill parking test to complete the ninth step, ensuring the vehicle does not cross the right roadside line; 7. After parking the vehicle, remember to engage the handbrake before releasing the foot brake, and turn off the engine before exiting the vehicle to complete the test. Exit from the left door, walk around to the right rear to open the door for the next candidate, then return to the left rear door to re-enter the vehicle.

[RyleeFitz]

The disqualification criteria for straight-line driving are quite straightforward. The examiner mainly focuses on whether the vehicle is steady. If the steering wheel is gripped too tightly, causing the car to sway significantly from side to side, or if the wheels directly touch or cross the lane markings, it will definitely be considered a failure. I've seen many test-takers drive in an S-shape due to nervousness, and that kind of obvious instability clearly shows poor control. Straight-line driving is the foundation of safe driving; any issues indicate a lack of basic skills, so it's essential to practice maintaining steady direction at low speeds in open areas. Over time, good habits can be developed. The key is to relax the shoulders and focus on a distant target with the eyes, avoiding constantly looking down at the front of the car.

[OClara]

I failed the straight-line driving test when getting my driver's license. My whole body was super tense with sweaty palms, and I only focused on the road a few meters ahead, forgetting to look at a fixed point in the distance. As a result, the car kept drifting from the center unconsciously. The examiner said every slight deviation would be recorded as a failure point. Additionally, if I corrected the steering too abruptly, the car would shake more severely, which also counted as a significant deduction. Later, through practice, I realized the importance of vision management—keeping my attention relaxed while maintaining steady breathing made stabilizing the car much easier. Beginners often make this mistake, but it's something you overcome after driving a few more times. Just don't stress too much—treat it as part of the learning process.

[TylerLynn]

The main criteria for failing the test is observing the vehicle's dynamic deviation, such as wheels repeatedly crossing lane markings or swaying out of the center line range - the examiner will decisively mark it as a failure. Speed control is also crucial; driving too slowly makes it unstable and prone to deviation, while going too fast makes it harder to maintain a straight line - these are all considered signs of failing to master balance techniques. In real-world driving, frequent deviations like this significantly increase accident risks, so immediate correction is the right approach.