How many points are deducted for stalling on a slope start?
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Stalling once during a slope start deducts 10 points. The rules for the slope start in Subject 2 of the driving test are as follows: After starting the vehicle, if the vehicle rolls back 30 cm but not more than 50 cm, 20 points are deducted; if the vehicle rolls back 50 cm, the test is failed; if the vehicle is not started within 30 seconds, it is considered a timeout failure; stalling on the slope deducts 10 points. Slope start requires slow acceleration: During a slope start, when the left foot slowly releases the clutch pedal until the vehicle begins to vibrate, it should be slightly held in this position to confirm whether the vehicle has a forward tendency and power. Do not continue to lift the clutch pedal to prevent stalling. Slope start requires gradual throttle application: When the vehicle starts moving forward, the right hand should then completely release the handbrake and gradually apply throttle. When starting on a slope, if no throttle is applied, it is likely that the idle speed will be insufficient to move the vehicle on the slope, leading to stalling.
As a student who just finished the Subject 2 test, I have to say stalling on hill starts is way too common! I messed up once during my exam—the car stalled during a hill start, and the examiner immediately deducted 10 points, which almost made me panic. Luckily, I didn’t make mistakes in other sections and barely passed. During practice, I often forgot the coordination between the clutch and brake; my instructor said poor RPM control could easily ruin it. After the test, I practiced multiple times and only got the hang of it after mastering the half-clutch point. The key is not to rush and simulate test conditions more—stalling not only costs points but may also cause rollback, adding risk and pressure. Once you practice enough, you can avoid this awkward moment.
