How many points are deducted for exceeding 30 seconds on a hill start?

[DeSilas]

For a hill start, timing begins after coming to a complete stop at the designated point. You must complete the start within 30 seconds; otherwise, it is considered a "start timeout," resulting in an immediate deduction of 100 points. Below is additional information: 1. Subject 2 test content: reversing into a garage; parallel parking; curve driving; right-angle turns; hill start and designated parking. 2. Deduction rules: Not wearing a seatbelt: 100-point deduction; starting the engine with the gear not in neutral: 100-point deduction; turn signals (including starting, lane changing, overtaking, turning, and parking by the roadside); turn signal not activated for more than three seconds; forgetting to turn off the turn signal or incorrect use of the turn signal: 10-point deduction; stalling once: 10-point deduction; wheels crossing the edge line: 100-point deduction.

[DiSawyer]

Hey, I just got my driver's license not long ago, and the hill start test in Subject 2 is still fresh in my memory. According to the rules, after stopping, you must successfully start within 30 seconds. Exceeding this time results in an immediate 100-point deduction and failing the test. I was super nervous at the time. My instructor taught me the steps: stop the car, immediately press the clutch and shift into first gear, then slowly release the clutch until the front of the car slightly shakes, add gas, release the handbrake, and go. Timing is crucial—it took me multiple practice sessions on the slope to master the rhythm. I recommend beginners simulate test conditions often, practice with a timer to avoid mistakes, and focus on coordinating the clutch and throttle. Don’t let time slip away, and pass safely.

[JanelleLee]

People who have been driving for decades sigh that the driving license test is much stricter now. For the hill start section, if you don't start within 30 seconds after stopping, the current rule is to deduct 100 points and fail you directly, unlike the more lenient past. Why set this time limit? On real roads, staying stopped too long on a slope can cause the car to roll back and collide. The test aims to cultivate good habits. When I took the test, I wasn't worried about this—just control the clutch and throttle properly, don't dawdle. Developing a habit of quick reaction when starting is very practical for everyday driving.

[DiJocelyn]

During the driving learning process, special attention must be paid to the strict time limit for hill starts. The regulation states that you must start within 30 seconds after stopping, exceeding this time results in a 100-point deduction and exam failure. This rule prevents potential hazards caused by prolonged stops on slopes, such as rolling back or traffic obstruction. The trick is to act immediately after stopping: pull the handbrake, press the clutch, shift into gear, and perform a semi-clutch start with throttle—all in one smooth, decisive motion. Practice is key; find a slope and repeatedly time your practice to get accustomed to the rhythm and build confidence.

[DeclanLynn]

The 30-second rule for hill starts during the driving test is so frustrating – exceeding it means an instant 100-point deduction and automatic failure, with no leeway. During my Category 2 test, I almost ran out of time and was so nervous my hands were shaking. The rule is simple: timing starts once stopped, and the car must move within 30 seconds. My advice: find a slope to practice finding the clutch bite point. Once stopped, gently press the accelerator while slowly releasing the clutch until the car vibrates, then release the handbrake – don’t dawdle. Do a few timed practice runs before the test, and stay relaxed. Dragging it out isn’t worth the risk.