How long does it take to schedule an automatic transmission Subject 3 exam?
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Under normal circumstances, scheduling an automatic transmission Subject 3 exam requires a waiting period of at least about 5 days. The specific time depends on the number of people in the queue. Once the exam is successfully scheduled, the student will receive an SMS notification. The automatic transmission Subject 3 exam includes two parts: road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge. Both parts are scored out of 100, with passing scores of 80 and 90, respectively. The road driving skills test covers preparation before driving, starting, right turns at intersections, U-turns, going straight through intersections, left turns at intersections, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, driving straight, changing lanes, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, and parking by the roadside. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test includes requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations like tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge. Students can schedule the Subject 3 exam through the Traffic Management 12123 APP. Choosing the "system allocation mode" can improve the success rate of scheduling to some extent, but the exam session and time are not fixed. It is advisable to avoid crowded exam centers and opt for more remote ones, as they are relatively easier to schedule successfully.
I just got my driver's license recently. The waiting time for the automatic transmission Subject 3 exam really depends on your location. In big cities like Beijing or Shanghai, you might have to wait two or three weeks because there are so many candidates, and driving schools and test centers are overwhelmed. I remember during the peak last summer, a friend of mine waited almost a month to get a slot. Second and third-tier cities are usually faster, often done within one or two weeks. The key factors affecting the waiting time are the number of applicants, with holidays and summer/winter breaks being the most congested periods. It's recommended to avoid these times and book early. The efficiency of the driving school also matters—some can help you submit documents quickly, and you can check the queue status through the Traffic Management 12123 app.
