How many points are deducted for looking at the gear in Subject 3?

[SanAdaline]

Looking down at the gear during Subject 3 will result in a deduction of 100 points. Here are methods to avoid looking down at the gear: 1. Practice shifting gears more often: Subject 3 involves shifting gears not only during acceleration and deceleration but also during starting, turning, etc. Since these operations occur frequently, unfamiliar students may instinctively look down at the gear. This bad habit must be eliminated during practice, and the simplest way is to practice shifting gears more. 2. Practice shifting gears statically: Looking down at the gear is a common habit, which can be eliminated by mastering how to shift gears properly. Even when not practicing driving, you can practice shifting gears statically. With the training car parked, you can practice shifting gears in sequence inside the car. Familiarize yourself thoroughly with the gears, then combine this with road driving. After several repetitions, you will find gear shifting operations much easier.

[DeJessica]

I just passed the road test (Subject 3) recently, and what impressed me most was the instructor emphasizing never to look at the gearshift. The exam rules state that glancing down at the gearshift is considered a serious hazardous operation, resulting in an immediate 100-point deduction and failure. During practice, I often secretly peeked at the gear lever, which caused me to fail the mock test twice. Later, I forced myself to develop muscle memory, relying on touch to locate each gear position and mastering the coordination of throttle and clutch. During the actual test, my palms were sweaty when shifting gears, terrified of accidentally looking down. Only after passing did I understand why it's so strict: looking at the gearshift while driving equals distraction, which can easily lead to accidents. I recommend everyone practice gear-shifting skills more at driving school and have a friend supervise from the passenger seat to ensure this fatal mistake isn't made during the exam.

[SanAllie]

When I was getting my driver's license, what stuck with me the most was the penalty for looking at the gear shift. During the third road test, glancing down at the gear shift would deduct all 100 points, meaning you'd fail immediately. I've taught many students and found that looking at the gear shift often happens due to unfamiliarity with the gear positions or nervousness. Some older car models have vague gear knobs, making mistakes easier, but that's no excuse. During practice, you should test your muscle memory by shifting with your eyes closed and get used to different gear lever positions by driving various cars. During the test, keep your eyes on the road and sense the gear knob's position with your peripheral vision. The moment you look down, the examiner will fail you without a chance to correct it. Actually, just resting your right hand lightly on the gear knob lets you feel its position—there's no need to look at all.

[BarrettRose]

I failed my driving test (Section 3) because I glanced at the gearshift. Just before shifting gears, I couldn't resist looking down for a split second, and instantly heard the examiner say "100 points deducted, you failed." Later, when I asked my instructor, I learned that the test rules clearly state that looking at the gearshift is equivalent to dangerous driving behavior, resulting in an automatic fail. Although I felt wronged at the time, upon reflection, it makes sense: looking down for even a second while driving could mean missing a dangerous situation. When I resumed training, I had my instructor specifically drill me on blind gear changes—practicing shifting gears 50 times daily without looking. Now, six months after getting my license, shifting gears at traffic lights has become second nature. A word of advice for those preparing for the test: a gearshift mistake costs you 10 points, but looking at the gearshift means an instant fail. Better to shift slowly than to look down.

[LeCaroline]

In the driving test rules, looking down at the gear shift during Subject 3 results in an automatic 100-point deduction. This behavior is considered hazardous as it may lead to rear-end collisions or loss of directional control. The examination system strictly monitors the driver's line of sight, triggering point deductions for any downward head movement. I recall constantly receiving warnings from the co-pilot's monitoring device during practice. Later, I mastered the three-point gear shifting method: first placing my right hand on top of the gear knob to confirm neutral position, then horizontally pushing into the desired gear. After developing this habit, I successfully passed the test by maintaining forward vision throughout all gear changes. Avoid relying on visual confirmation during daily practice - you can practice blind operation by feeling the gear knob when parked, which helps prevent mistakes during the actual test.

[DelAlana]

Before the driving test (Subject 3), the instructor repeatedly reminded: Looking down means instant failure. The rule of deducting 100 points for glancing at the gearshift is indeed strict, but must be obeyed. During my test, I was extremely cautious with every gear change—my right hand would first lightly touch the gear knob to confirm its position before engaging. Familiarity with the vehicle is crucial; practice extensively with the test car beforehand to understand each gear’s travel and resistance. After all, gear lever layouts vary across cars. Now, with three years of driving experience, I’ve realized the rule’s wisdom: checking gears while driving distracts attention, especially dangerously at high speeds. My advice: have someone monitor your eye movement during practice to ensure your gaze remains fixed on the road ahead.