How many points are deducted for the vehicle body touching the line during parallel parking?
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Parallel parking with the vehicle body touching the line results in a deduction of 100 points. Below is an introduction to the relevant content of parallel parking: 1. Test requirements: The test requirement for parallel parking is that the driver must park the vehicle into the right-side parking space without the wheels touching the lane boundary or the parking space boundary. 2. Subject 2 assessment content and requirements: The five assessment items are reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving on a curve. Subject 2 requires 26 training hours, of which 2 hours are theoretical knowledge, so the actual practical training is 24 hours.
When I first got my driver's license, I lost 10 points for sweeping the line during parallel parking, which was really frustrating. In the Subject 2 driving test, the total score is 100, and you need 80 to pass. Losing 10 points for sweeping the line once is quite common. I've seen many beginners make this mistake, mainly because they turn the steering wheel too sharply or fail to check the rearview mirrors properly, causing the car body to touch the ground markings. This rule is designed to train us to pay attention to parking precision and avoid accidents. I recommend practicing more in daily life—find an empty space to simulate the markings, control the speed to be slower, and make more steering adjustments when entering the parking space. Although the point deduction seems minor, it can add up and lead to failure, so don’t take it lightly—drive steadily.
I remember last time when I accompanied my friend for the driving test, he lost 10 points immediately for touching the line during parallel parking, almost failing. The rules for Subject 2 test are quite strict - any contact between the car body and the lines results in point deduction, likely due to incorrect wheel angles or rushed operation. Losing 10 points is still manageable, but if you make mistakes in hill starts too, you could fail instantly. During practice, pay attention to the front bumper position, don't rush, and try parking at different spots. Test anxiety is normal - take a few deep breaths and focus on the maneuvers to minimize such minor errors.
Body sweeping the line during parallel parking results in a 10-point deduction, which is the standard penalty in Subject 2 of the driving test. I've seen students make this mistake, and after the deduction, their total score drops, making it harder to pass the 80-point passing mark. Sweeping the line refers to the wheels or body of the car pressing against the line, usually due to improperly adjusted vision or untimely steering. Don't rush during the test; just practice judging distances and the position of the lines.
