Is stopping within 50 cm considered early or late?
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There is no concept of stopping too early or too late; stopping within 50 cm on the slope is within the required range. Below is relevant information about the Subject 2 driving test: 1. Hill start and designated parking: During hill start and designated parking, when the vehicle stops on the slope, the handbrake is engaged to prevent rolling back. The process of accelerating and passing the slope from this stationary position constitutes the hill start test. 2. Reverse parking: Reverse parking is one of the most practiced and commonly considered challenging tasks in Subject 2. The most crucial aspect during this test is not stopping midway - if the vehicle stops, the test is considered failed.
In the driving test, if the deviation in the fixed-point parking is less than 50 centimeters, it generally indicates a very accurate stop, and passing the test is not a problem. This deviation size is a key indicator. Stopping early means the car is parked too far forward from the target position, while stopping late means it's too far back. However, the test only considers whether the deviation is within 50cm, without distinguishing the direction. Having invigilated multiple tests, I've noticed many trainees initially struggle with control. If the brakes are applied too abruptly or too slowly, the deviation can be larger. It's recommended to find a reference point during practice, such as looking at the front marker pole of the car, maintaining a steady deceleration, and making gradual adjustments to keep it within the acceptable range. A small deviation demonstrates strong driving control and higher safety, reducing the risk of parking errors.
I just passed my driving test, so I understand your confusion. In the driving test, a parking deviation of less than 50 cm is considered acceptable, so it's not a problem. Stopping early means the car stops before the target point, with a negative deviation indicating it might be too far forward; stopping late means a positive deviation, indicating it's too far back. However, the test only requires the deviation to be small. During my practice, I found that starting too fast can lead to stopping early, while inaccurate observation points or slow reactions can cause stopping late. The key is to practice fixed-point parking more—find a flat area and try a few times: brake steadily, slow down when the target point is about 30 meters ahead, and adjust repeatedly to keep it within 50 cm. Remember not to panic during the test; with more practice, it will become natural.
