Is it considered a failure if the distance from the edge line is less than 30cm during uphill positioning?

[MacJuliette]

During uphill positioning, if the vehicle body is less than 30cm from the edge line but does not cross the lane line, no points will be deducted. Below is an introduction to ramp positioning: Ramp positioning parking techniques: When the vehicle enters the ramp, turn the steering wheel to the right to adjust the body to a 30cm distance from the edge. During adjustment, pay attention to the reference points to prevent the wheels from crossing the line. While adjusting the distance, observe the stopping point. When the lower edge of the left rearview mirror aligns with the middle yellow solid line, fully depress the clutch and brake to stop, then engage the handbrake. Ramp positioning starting techniques: When preparing to start, first release the handbrake, then slowly release the clutch. Ensure the clutch release is steady. When the front of the vehicle vibrates, hold the clutch steady and slowly release the brake to complete a smooth start. When the vehicle passes the top of the ramp, slightly lift the clutch to prevent stalling or stopping midway. When descending the ramp, fully release the clutch and control the speed using the brake. Criteria for failure: After the vehicle stops, if the front bumper is not positioned on the pole line and exceeds 50cm in either direction, it is considered a failure. Starting beyond the specified time is also a failure. If the front bumper is not positioned on the pole line but does not exceed 50cm, 10 points will be deducted. If the vehicle body is more than 30cm from the road edge line after stopping, 10 points will be deducted.

[OGage]

When I first got my driver's license, I was also particularly confused about the side distance issue. During the hill start and stop test, having the car body within 30 cm of the right side line is actually fully qualified—the exam requirement is not to cross the line and keep it within 30 cm for full marks. Accidentally exceeding 30-50 cm will deduct 10 points, and going beyond 50 cm means an immediate fail. When practicing, I found that focusing on the gap between the car body and the side line in the right rear mirror is much more accurate than looking at the front of the car. Keeping a gap about the width of a finger is roughly 20-25 cm. I remember being too nervous during my first test and turning the steering wheel too sharply, almost crossing the line—luckily, I corrected it in time. It’s best to have the coach measure it with a ruler a few times during practice to build muscle memory, which is the most reliable. Another key point for hill starts is that the front bumper must stop between the pole lines—failing to do so will also cost points.

[StLilah]

Last week, I accompanied a friend to the test site for a simulation and specifically asked the safety officer about this issue. For the hill start and stop, a side distance of less than 30 cm is absolutely acceptable as long as you don't cross the line. My driving instructor taught me a little trick: align the right one-third of the hood with the wheel marks in the middle of the road, which usually keeps the distance around 20 cm. If you're unsure about the alignment, it's better to err on the side of being slightly wider than to cross the line. After all, a distance of 30-50 cm only deducts 10 points, which can still be remedied, but crossing the line means an immediate fail. By the way, the most common reason for failing this task is actually rolling back when starting. Remember to release the clutch until the car vibrates before releasing the brake. If the side distance isn't perfect, don't panic—as long as you don't lose points on other tasks and your total score is above 80, you can still pass.

[AdrielAnn]

As a seasoned driving test coach, I can definitively say that stopping on a slope with the side distance less than 30 cm is completely acceptable. The evaluation criteria are divided into three levels: full marks for within 30 cm, a 10-point deduction for 30-50 cm, and an immediate fail for exceeding 50 cm or crossing the line. The most practical method is to check the right rearview mirror—keeping the car body 1-2 finger widths from the side line meets the standard. Note that the wheels must stop within the yellow line area on the slope, and the front bumper should press on the pole line. Remember to turn off the air conditioning during practice, as starting on a slope with it on can easily stall the engine. This section is worth 20 points, but most people fail due to rolling back more than 30 cm when starting, while the side distance is rarely the main issue.