How many points are deducted for forgetting to pull the handbrake in Subject 2?
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Forgetting to pull the handbrake in Subject 2 deducts 0 points. Here are the relevant details: 1. Rules: In Subject 2, you must use first gear throughout and control the speed with the clutch. If you don't release the handbrake, it's easy to brake while driving. If you brake before entering the test area, it won't affect your score. You just need to immediately release the handbrake and start again; even accidentally stalling won't deduct points. 2. Tips: Most of the teaching for Subject 2 involves turning the steering wheel fully at the first position where the rearview mirror covers the dotted line. Since everyone's height and seating position vary, the first reference point may differ slightly.
As a veteran driving instructor, I've taught countless students. Forgetting to engage the handbrake during the Subject 2 exam will definitely deduct 10 points. With a total score of 100, the exam rules clearly state: After parking, the handbrake must be engaged to ensure vehicle stability, otherwise it poses significant safety risks. Many beginners make this mistake when nervous, such as during reverse parking or parallel parking—they rush to proceed without engaging the handbrake after stopping, and the examiner will deduct points immediately. During training, I always emphasize repetition to build the habit: After coming to a complete stop, engage the handbrake first, then check other steps. Forgetting once and losing 10 points can still be remedied, but if the deductions accumulate—for example, dropping below 80 points—the exam is failed. I advise students to keep a notebook to record common mistakes and simulate the exam a few times in the days leading up to it, avoiding last-minute oversights that could affect their results. Safe driving is built on small details—don’t prioritize speed over stability. With enough practice, it becomes second nature.
