How to Find the Reference Points for Pulling Over in Driving Test Part 3?
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How to Find the Reference Points for Pulling Over in Driving Test Part 3: 1. Upon receiving the instruction, determine the parking spot: After hearing the voice command "Please pull over," first turn on the right turn signal (keep it on for more than 3 seconds). While looking for a parking spot, avoid no-parking zones such as intersections, gas stations, and crosswalks, and simultaneously check the left and right rearview mirrors for any approaching vehicles. 2. Lane change: If the vehicle is already in the rightmost lane, this step can be skipped. If the vehicle is in the middle or left lane, move to the rightmost lane. Note that you cannot change multiple lanes at once; you must change lanes one by one. Always check for approaching vehicles or ensure you don't interfere with other normally moving vehicles during lane changes. 3. Find the right moment to cut in: After selecting the parking spot, turn the steering wheel half a turn to the right. When the middle of the car's hood aligns with the roadside line, immediately turn the steering wheel to the left to straighten the car. 4. Adjust the right-side distance: The requirement for pulling over is that the right side of the car should be within 30 cm of the roadside line. A distance greater than 30 cm but less than 50 cm will deduct 10 points, while a distance greater than 50 cm will deduct 100 points. The reference point is not a fixed standard; it varies depending on individual height and viewing angle. For example, most people use the protrusion point of the wiper as a reference. When this point aligns with the roadside line, the distance between the car body and the roadside is generally within 30 cm without crossing the line.
When taking the side parking test in Driving Test Part 3, visual reference points are crucial. I passed the test on my first try using this method. Find a fixed reference point—I often align the right protrusion of the windshield wiper with the curb or edge line, slowing the car to almost a crawl. Look out the window to ensure the point is parallel to the roadside, and confirm in the rearview mirror that the tire is about a fist's width from the curb. Only make slight steering adjustments, turning the wheel about half a turn to avoid oversteering and crossing the line. Practice in an open area repeatedly until your body memorizes the positioning. Stay calm during the test; after stopping, shift to neutral, engage the handbrake, and turn off the lights. The key to Part 3 is precision and steadiness—once you master the reference points, it becomes effortless. Remember to adjust your rearview mirror angle clearly in advance to minimize mistakes.
