How Many Points Are Deducted for Stalling?

[HectorDella]

In Subject 2 (Basic Driving Skills Test), stalling during hill start generally results in a deduction of 20 points. In Subject 3 (Road Test), stalling deducts 10 points. Additional information is as follows: 1. Reasons for stalling: This occurs due to improper coordination between clutch and throttle control, or lifting the clutch too quickly during startup, causing a mismatch between the engine's output power and the transmission input shaft's power. A sudden increase in friction leads to stalling. 2. Vehicle vibration after stalling: The intensity of vibration needs to be felt during practice. Releasing the brake too early results in insufficient force causing rollback, while not releasing the brake when vibrations become severe may lead to stalling.

[Young]

I remember when I took my driver's license test last year, during the hill start section of Subject 2, stalling the engine once directly deducted 10 points. I was extremely nervous at that time—because I released the clutch too quickly, the car jerked and stalled. The total test score is only 100 points, so stalling twice could mean failing and having to retake the test. The instructor mentioned that stalling during everyday driving usually doesn’t incur penalties, but it’s a big deal during the test. That lesson taught me to keep my left foot steady when starting and to practice the half-clutch technique more. Now, even though I occasionally stall at traffic lights while driving—which doesn’t result in fines—it’s a common mistake during the beginner phase. I recommend practicing hill starts on a simulator before the test to avoid such errors.

[VonElisa]

I've been driving for over a decade. Stalling has happened to me once or twice on slopes, but it won't deduct points on regular roads unless it causes an accident or gets caught by police. In driving tests, stalling does get penalized - for example, stalling during hill start in Subject 2 directly deducts 10 points, or 5 points in some regions depending on severity. The key is prevention: maintain balance between throttle and clutch, just keep steady at idle. Frequent stalling wears out the starter and engine, so I always remind myself to shift gears smoothly. Regular maintenance of the ignition system also reduces this risk, especially for older cars whose weak batteries make stalling more likely.

[AndersonLynn]

As a parent of two, I repeatedly emphasize the dangers of stalling while teaching my kids to drive. During the test, stalling incurs severe penalties—10 points deducted for stalling on a hill start, out of a total score of 100. In daily driving, stalling in the city might not be a violation, but obstructing traffic could lead to a warning. I'm more concerned about safety: stalling at intersections or in tunnels may cause rear-end collisions, so mastering clutch control is essential during driving lessons. I made similar mistakes when I was young and later developed the habit of gently pressing the accelerator when starting. If my kids ask, I'd advise them to simulate complex road conditions before the test to avoid point deductions affecting their license acquisition.