How many points are deducted for the car body touching the line in a right-angle turn during Subject 2 test?

[DelPreston]

Body touching the line means the car body crosses the line. In the Subject 2 test, touching the line results in a 100-point deduction, making the test unsuccessful. In addition to the car body touching the line, other actions that result in a 100-point deduction include failing to park properly in reverse, stopping midway, not following the prescribed route or sequence, and exceeding the allotted time. The Subject 2 test is scored out of 100, with criteria for failure, 20-point deductions, 10-point deductions, and 5-point deductions. The test is considered passed if the following conditions are met: ① For applicants of large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required; ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. The Subject 2 test can be taken once, with an immediate retake allowed if failed. If the applicant does not take the retake or fails the retake, the test is terminated, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skill test permit, the number of scheduled attempts for the Subject 2 and Subject 3 road driving skill tests must not exceed five. If the fifth attempt is still unsuccessful, the results of other previously passed subjects will be invalidated.

[DallasMarie]

I often encounter students asking about this during driving lessons. For the right-angle turn in Subject 2, if the car body touches the line, 10 points will be deducted according to the regulations. It's quite common to lose so many points for just one instance of touching the line during the test. The key is to control the speed and not go too fast, and to time the steering wheel correctly, especially ensuring the rear wheels don't brush against the corner line. I've seen many people get too anxious during the test, stepping on the accelerator and touching the line, resulting in point deductions and having to retake the test, which wastes time. Beginners should practice the right-angle turn multiple times in the training area first, using marked points as references. Taking it slow will help them understand the technique. Remember, losing 10 points for one instance of touching the line is relatively light; touching the line two or three times might lead directly to failing the test, so don't take it lightly. During practice, slow down, turn the steering wheel gently, and develop good habits to make things easier.

[BellaAnn]

When I was taking the right-angle turn in Subject 2 of the driving test, I almost grazed the line. The instructor had warned me beforehand that touching the line would deduct 10 points, but I was too nervous and drove a bit off, resulting in some points being deducted. Fortunately, I was driving slowly and only crossed the line once, so I didn’t fail. Actually, this test is designed to assess your sense of the car. The point deduction is meant to remind us to stay steady when taking turns in real driving and avoid scraping the curb. I recommend practicing right-angle turns repeatedly on simulators or the training field, using a reference point to align properly. During the test, take a deep breath and stay relaxed. Adjust the steering wheel angle as soon as you see the line, and with good control, you can avoid point deductions. Spending extra time practicing this maneuver is very useful, especially since Subject 2 only has a total of 100 points—losing 10 points can be quite stressful.

[VanArabella]

Having driven for decades, I went through the same process when getting my license. For the right-angle turn in Subject 2, sweeping the line with your car body deducts 10 points - a very reasonable rule designed to cultivate safe driving habits, as crossing lines during turns in real life could cause accidents. Losing points during the test serves as a reminder, not a big issue unless you lose too many and risk retaking. The key is not to turn the steering wheel too abruptly, keep speed slow, and use mirrors to check line position. I advise beginners not to just aim to pass the test, but truly understand the importance of turn control. Practice makes perfect, with safety always coming first.