How many points are deducted for not using turn signals during parallel parking?
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Not using turn signals or using them incorrectly results in a deduction of 10 points per occurrence. The specific regulations are as follows: Failure to use or incorrect use of turn signals before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking will result in a deduction of 10 points. Activating the turn signal for less than 3 seconds before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking will result in a deduction of 10 points. There are 6 instances in Subject 2 where turn signals must be used: 1. Turn on the left turn signal when starting the vehicle. 2. Turn on the left turn signal when starting on a slope. 3. Activate the right turn signal when approaching the parallel parking spot and stopping within 30 cm of the curb before reversing. 4. Turn on the left turn signal before shifting into reverse gear for parallel parking, as the steering wheel will be turned fully to the right during reversing, causing the front of the car to shift left. 5. Shift into drive gear and turn on the left turn signal before exiting the parallel parking spot, and turn it off promptly after exiting. 6. Turn on the left turn signal when entering the right-angle turn area and turn it off promptly after completing the turn. Subject 2 has a total score of 100 points, with evaluation criteria for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, and deducting 5 points. The test is considered passed under the following conditions: ① For applicants of large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, or large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required. ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. The C1 and C2 license tests include five mandatory items: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, slope parking and starting (canceled for C2), right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves). Some regions also include a sixth item: highway toll collection. The A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2 license tests include: pole test, slope parking and starting, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turns, narrow gate passing, continuous obstacle crossing, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turns, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp mountain curves, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
I've been teaching driving for many years and noticed that many learners don't use turn signals during parallel parking. In the Subject 2 driving test, this directly deducts 10 points because turn signals are crucial safety reminders. Examiners will mark it as improper operation if lights aren't used. With a perfect score of 100, one small mistake can lead to failure, so I always emphasize checking lights before moving. Parallel parking is a parking maneuver - while reversing doesn't strictly require signals in daily driving, exam rules must be strictly followed. Developing the habit of using lights from start to parking improves pass rates and enhances safety awareness. I recommend more practice at training grounds to reduce basic errors affecting scores, since the test determines getting your license.
