How to perform gear shifting in C2 Category 3 driving test?
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For beginners, upshifting must be done one gear at a time and skipping gears is not allowed. When downshifting, you can directly shift from fifth gear to third gear. Below is a related introduction to the 100-meter gear shifting exercise: 1. Operation skills: Ensure sufficient throttle input and perform the next gear shift decisively after each gear change. Gear shifting actions, including hand and foot movements, should be fast, accurate, and coordinated. 2. Key points: The exercise mainly tests the coordination between throttle and clutch. Keep your left foot on the clutch and your right hand on the gear lever. Accelerate and upshift immediately after starting, reach fifth gear by 50 meters, then begin braking and downshifting (before 70 meters), reducing to second gear is sufficient, leaving some distance margin. Throughout the process, control the direction with your left hand to avoid deviation.
I often accompany my friends for driving practice, and the gear shifting in Subject 3 is actually quite simple. For automatic transmission cars without a clutch, the key lies in throttle control: after hearing the instruction, first confirm that the road conditions are safe, gently press the accelerator to speed up to over 40 km/h, and maintain this speed for 3 to 5 seconds while watching the dashboard. Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration, as abruptly pressing the accelerator hard can cause the vehicle to jerk and result in point deductions. Then, gradually release the throttle to let the speed naturally drop to around 30 km/h, keeping the gear in D throughout the process. Practicing on expressways is most suitable, but remember to maintain a safe distance from the car in front to avoid sudden braking during the operation. The whole process requires natural coordination between hands and feet, and avoid shaking the steering wheel.
Just passed the road test last week, sharing my experience! The gear shifting exercise is about accelerating and decelerating within a designated section. The key is smoothness: after hearing the voice command, gently press the accelerator to gradually reach 40 km/h—avoid stomping it and causing the RPM to spike. Maintaining 40 km/h for a steady count of 3 seconds is safest; my instructor’s tip was to silently recite "1, 2, 3" in my head. For deceleration, simply ease off the accelerator—no need to brake—letting the speed naturally drop back to 30 km/h before continuing. The test car is particularly sensitive to sudden acceleration; a fellow test-taker lost points for pressing the pedal too aggressively. During practice, spend more time on open roads to get a feel for the accelerator’s responsiveness.
