How long does it take to schedule the Subject 2 driving test?
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You can take the Subject 2 driving test after about three weeks of practice. According to Article 37 of the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses': 'After passing the Subject 1 test for the first application of a motor vehicle driver's license or for adding a permitted driving type, the vehicle management office shall issue a driving practice certificate within one day.' Below is an introduction to the four subjects of the driving test: 1. Subject 1: Also known as the Subject 1 theory test or driver's theory test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. 2. Subject 2: Also known as the small road test, it includes five test items: reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving. 3. Subject 3: Also known as the large road test, it is the road driving skills test in the motor vehicle driver's test. 4. Subject 4: Also known as the Subject 4 theory test or driver's theory test.
I took the subject two test last year, and it took about three to four weeks from starting to learn to scheduling the exam, depending on your practice frequency and mastery speed. At the driving school, the instructor will arrange lessons, such as parallel parking and right-angle turns, which require repeated practice to become proficient. I went three to four times a week, practicing for one or two hours each time, and accumulated about 20 hours of practice before meeting the standard. To schedule the exam, you first need the instructor to assess your skills. Once approved, you can submit the exam appointment directly through the driving school app or on-site system, with the exam date usually scheduled within a week after training. Remember not to rush—if your basics aren’t solid, you’re likely to fail. I’ve seen friends who were too hasty end up retaking the test twice, wasting money. Practice more with friends or family in open spaces to strengthen weak areas. This steady approach will help you smoothly schedule the exam within a month.
As a seasoned driver with years of experience, I recall that when preparing for the Subject 2 test, the learning duration truly depended on personal effort and driving school arrangements. Back in the day, there were fewer regulations for learning to drive, but now it's different. Driving schools typically require completing a set number of practical training hours, such as 15-20 hours, averaging about two to three weeks to get proficient. Before scheduling the test, make sure all skills are up to par, like not crossing lines during S-turns. The instructor will sign off and help you book the test online. The key is to practice diligently—I recommend at least three sessions per week, with each lasting a minimum of one hour. Build a solid foundation before taking the test to avoid the hassle of retakes. Don’t drag it out too long; the longer you take, the more nervous you might get. Focus and you can wrap it up in as little as two weeks or up to three.
