How long after passing C2 Subject 1 can you take Subject 2?
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For a C2 driver's license, you can schedule the Subject 2 test online approximately 10 days after passing Subject 1. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the registration requirement for Subject 2 is completing 26 training hours, including 2 hours of theoretical knowledge, 3 hours of simulated driving, and 21 hours of practical driving. For a C2 license, you can schedule the Subject 2 test online 10 days after passing Subject 1. Each Subject 2 test appointment comes with two exam attempts. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it once for free. If you do not take the retest or fail the retest, the exam session ends, and you can reschedule the Subject 2 test after 10 days. Within the validity period of the learner's permit, you can schedule the Subject 2 test up to 5 times. If you fail the fifth attempt, all previously passed subjects will be invalidated. To continue learning, you must restart from Subject 1. Subject 2 test content includes: completing designated driving tasks within a specified area, demonstrating mastery of vehicle control skills, and assessing spatial awareness of the vehicle. Subject 2, also known as the "small road test," includes tasks such as reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, 90-degree turns, and S-curve driving. Subject 2 test tips: After getting into the car, adjust the seat and mirrors to a comfortable position and fasten your seatbelt. For parallel parking, find the correct angle, turn the steering wheel quickly, and react promptly to match the car's speed. For 90-degree turns, identify the turning point and react swiftly, coordinating with the car's speed to avoid deviation. For S-curve driving, slow down and proceed carefully. Those with good driving instincts may pass smoothly in one go. When reversing into a parking space, control the speed, identify reference points, and make minor adjustments if deviations are observed in the mirrors. There are three main driving test subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 covers traffic laws, regulations, and related knowledge. Subject 2 assesses driving skills in a designated area. Subject 3 consists of two parts: road driving skills and safe driving knowledge. The safe driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, often referred to as "Subject 4," though this term is not officially recognized in regulations (e.g., Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123).
Right after passing my C2 subject one test, I had to wait about 15 days for the subject two exam because the driving school required completing all practice hours first. During that period, I went to the training ground every afternoon to practice reverse parking and parallel parking. The instructor said at least 24 sessions were needed to ensure proper muscle memory, otherwise failing the test would be likely. Though I was eager to get my license, the extra practice really helps reduce risks when actually driving on the road. Before booking the exam, I even reviewed subject one traffic rules to avoid forgetting key points. Actually, the exact waiting time varies - a friend of mine took the test in just 11 days. It depends on your practice progress and the driving school's schedule. Looking back now, that waiting period was quite valuable - don't rush it, building a solid foundation is what matters most. Safety first, after all.
