How many points are deducted for not stopping at the correct position during hill start?
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Not stopping at the correct position during hill start will result in a deduction of 10 points. Below is the relevant introduction to the Subject 2 driving test: 1. Medium and large-sized vehicles: For large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, and large trucks, the test includes pile driving, parallel parking, crossing a single-plank bridge, curve driving, right-angle turns, passing through a width-limited gate, navigating continuous obstacles, driving on undulating roads, U-turns on narrow roads, as well as simulations of highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling. 2. Small vehicles: For small cars, small automatic transmission cars, small automatic transmission passenger cars for the disabled, and low-speed trucks, the test includes reversing into a garage, hill start and stop, parallel parking, curve driving, and right-angle turns.
Having driven for so many years, I know that in the driving test, points are deducted starting from 10 for not stopping accurately on a slope during the hill start. It depends on how far you deviate—if the wheels aren't close to the line or exceed about 30 centimeters in front or behind, you'll lose those 10 points. When I was young and taking the driving test, I suffered from this due to nervousness, stopping too early and losing points. The instructor reminded me to check the right rearview mirror against the marker pole when stopping, while coordinating the clutch and brake to stabilize the car and prevent rolling. In daily driving, it's even more important to stop accurately, otherwise rolling downhill can lead to accidents and may also waste fuel. Practice more on small slopes to get a feel for it—don't just memorize the rules. Safety control is the core, or else losing 10 points multiple times will result in failing the test.
For those who frequently drive long distances, it's quite common to lose around 10 points for not stopping properly on a slope during the test. The exam requires the wheels to come to a complete stop within the marked lines; deviating too much results in a deduction starting from 10 points. I believe the key is to stay calm during the test—stop steadily before proceeding. Rushing to release the brake can lead to point deductions or even stalling, which is more troublesome. When teaching my child to drive, I emphasize that this task tests coordination: use the wiper node as a reference to align with the line and practice until it's second nature. In real situations, failing to stop accurately not only costs points but also risks rolling back on a slope and hitting the car behind. A few more practice runs should do the trick. Developing the habit of precise stopping can save on insurance premiums. The overall driving test is scored out of 100, and failing occurs at 20 points deducted, so paying attention to details is crucial.
