How to Avoid Stalling When Starting on a Slope in Subject 2 Driving Test?
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Methods to avoid stalling when starting on a slope in Subject 2 driving test: 1. Before starting, ensure that the clutch and brake are already depressed; 2. Slowly release the clutch. When the car body starts to shake significantly, keep the left foot steady on the clutch without moving, then slowly release the brake. When the car starts moving, completely release the brake; 3. For beginners, once the brake is fully released and the car is moving, you can keep the clutch steady or slowly lift it further, avoiding releasing it too quickly. Reasons for stalling during slope starts: 1. Releasing the clutch too quickly at the start without matching the throttle; 2. When starting with the semi-engaged clutch, failing to release the handbrake when reaching the semi-engagement point will cause the car to stall.
When I was taking the slope start test in Subject 2, I was terrified of stalling. My instructor made me practice for a long time before I got the hang of it. The key is to be steady: keep your right foot on the brake or pull up the handbrake, slowly release the clutch with your left foot, and when the car starts to shake slightly or you feel it wants to move forward, hold your left foot still. At the same time, gently press the accelerator with your right foot to increase the RPM—just get it to 1500-2000 RPM on the tachometer—then slowly release the handbrake and move forward. The whole process should be done smoothly without hesitation. My most common mistakes were releasing the clutch too quickly or not giving enough throttle. Later, I practiced repeatedly on the slope at the driving school to find my own feel, like listening to changes in the engine sound to help judge. On the day of the test, I took a deep breath beforehand and nailed it in one go. Looking back now, practice makes perfect—it’s better than just theory. Remember, the trick to slope starts is coordinating control well and not overloading the car to avoid stalling.
