How many points will be deducted for getting off the car without turning off the engine in Subject 3?
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Currently, the implementation of this regulation varies by region. In some areas, you don't need to turn off the engine, and no points will be deducted. However, in other areas, turning off the engine is required, and failing to do so will result in a deduction of 100 points. It's essential to clarify this before the exam. Below is relevant information: Exam content: Vehicle preparation, lighting simulation test, starting, driving in a straight line, shifting gears, changing lanes, pulling over, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. Safety and civilized driving knowledge test content: Requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations like tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge.
I've been teaching at a driving school for several years, and the most common mistake students make during the Subject 3 test is getting out of the car without turning off the engine after parking. This error is considered a major safety hazard in the exam, and the deduction rule usually results in an immediate 100-point penalty, leading to failure. Because the vehicle may roll when idling, especially on slopes, which is even more dangerous, examiners won't tolerate this risk. I once had a student who was in a hurry to get out and forgot to turn off the engine, resulting in immediate failure. The core of safe driving lies in the habit of paying attention to details. I recommend developing a routine of turning off the engine and pulling the handbrake during parking practice. Don't think it's a small matter—this cultivates safety instincts and helps avoid accidents when driving in the future. After the test, remember to repeatedly check the action checklist to save a lot of trouble and time.
I just failed my driving test (Subject 3) two days ago because I forgot to turn off the engine before getting out of the car! The examiner explained that this situation results in a 100-point deduction, leading to immediate failure. I was too nervous and panicked, completely forgetting about the running engine as I stepped out - I regret it terribly. Reflecting on the rules, the test emphasizes safe operations; exiting without turning off the engine could cause vehicle movement or accidents, hence the full penalty. Now I have to retake the test, wasting both time and money. Fellow students, don't be careless during the exam - after parking, always remember to: press the brake, engage the handbrake, turn off the ignition, then open the door after a 2-second confirmation pause. Practice more in simulated real scenarios to avoid pitfalls like mine. Details determine success, and driving tests are indeed this strict.
