How many points are deducted for parking during the reverse parking test in Subject 2?
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Subject 2 reverse parking test deducts 5 points for parking. Below are the specific details about Subject 2: General deductions: Not wearing a seatbelt, not closing the car door properly, and not having the gear in neutral when starting the engine all result in a 100-point deduction. Not using the turn signal, using the turn signal for less than three seconds, forgetting to turn off the turn signal, or using the turn signal incorrectly, as well as stalling the engine, each result in a 10-point deduction. Parallel parking: If the vehicle's body crosses the line after parking or if the task takes more than 90 seconds, a 100-point deduction is applied. Not using or incorrectly using the turn signal when exiting the parking space also results in a 100-point deduction. Each time the vehicle body touches the parking line or the wheels touch the lane boundary line during movement, 10 points are deducted. Stopping for more than 2 seconds during the task results in a 5-point deduction each time. Reverse parking: Exceeding 210 seconds for the task, not following the prescribed route or sequence, not driving the front wheels over the control line before reversing, or failing to complete the reverse parking all result in a 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds during the task results in a 5-point deduction each time.
I know quite a few details about the point deductions for parking in the Subject 2 reverse parking test, mainly focusing on the accuracy of the parking position. The reverse parking test requires the vehicle to be completely within the parking space, with no part of the car exceeding the boundary lines. For example, if the front or rear of the car crosses the line, it’s an immediate 100-point deduction, resulting in an automatic fail. Similarly, if the wheels touch the line, it’s also a 100-point deduction with no room for negotiation. Minor errors like parking too close to the edge or not centering properly might result in a 5 or 10-point deduction, but most instructors emphasize not to take it lightly because the test lines are precisely measured—even a small deviation can be risky. When practicing with friends, I always remind everyone to align with the parking markers and not rely solely on feeling; instead, use the rearview mirrors to adjust the position accurately to avoid elimination. Practicing in simulated test scenarios helps develop precise habits, ensuring not only a smooth test but also safer and more reliable driving in the future.
I was quite nervous during the driving test's Subject 2, especially during the reverse parking section where extra caution was needed. The parking position requires the car to be steadily parked within the designated area. If the car body or wheels touch the outer lines, it results in an immediate 100-point deduction and a failed test. I've heard that in some places, parking too far away also deducts 5 to 10 points, but what people fear most are major mistakes that lead to retaking the test. I once had a friend who lost all points because the parking position was slightly off, wasting half a day of practice. My suggestion is to practice parking techniques more during training, such as finding reference points for wheel positioning instead of relying solely on foot feel, and to take your time to double-check during the test. Although the test's deduction rules are strict, mastering the techniques makes passing easier and ensures safer and more worry-free driving on the road.
