Is Subject 2 Easy to Pass?

[Robyn]

As long as you can flexibly use the clutch, control the speed well, remember the procedures, and relax mentally, you can basically pass. Here are the reasons why the Subject 2 test is difficult: Psychological tension: Nervousness during exams is a common problem for many people. There are constant tests in life, so there is no need to bear too much burden. If you fail, you can try again. Only by relaxing your mind can you perform better. Carelessness: Many people always want to go fast, so they become impatient during the exam. Being impatient leads to forgetting to turn on the lights, forgetting to fasten the seat belt, etc. Excessive speed: For beginners, driving too fast during the test on the site is a major reason for failure. If the speed is too fast, you may not be able to react in time when mistakes occur. Unfamiliarity with the test site: For beginners taking the driving test for the first time, there are always some differences between the practice field and the test field. Therefore, when learning to drive, you should communicate more with the coach, understand the differences between the test field and the practice field, and strengthen simulation exercises.

[KhloeRose]

As someone who has been a driving instructor for ten years, here's my take on Subject 2: In terms of difficulty, there are only a few key maneuvers—reverse parking, parallel parking, hill start, 90-degree turns, and S-curves. But I've seen countless students fail on the test, mostly because they haven't mastered the details. For example, if the seat isn't adjusted properly, all reference points go out the window, and poor clutch control leads to inconsistent speed. The key is to develop muscle memory—you shouldn't have to think about how many turns of the steering wheel are needed, and your right hand should naturally follow the steering as your left foot lifts the clutch. I recommend at least 20 hours of practical training, achieving five consecutive successful runs for each maneuver before taking the test. Remember, keeping the speed under control is half the battle won!

[VonReed]

Just got my license last week and wanted to share my experience! It took me two attempts to pass the Subject 2 test—it wasn’t as easy as I thought. The first time, I failed on the slope: exceeding 30 cm from the side line was an instant fail. The second time, I was so nervous I forgot to adjust the rearview mirrors. The reference points the instructor taught were clear, but the steering wheel in the test center was heavier than in the driving school, and the ground markings were hard to see due to glare. Later, I practiced an extra hour after work every day and finally got comfortable by finding the right seating position. My advice: bring a wet towel to wipe off sweat while waiting, and adjust the rearview mirrors to clearly see the rear wheels and the ground.

[VonAriel]

Our driving school's monthly pass rate statistics show that an average of 50% of students fail Subject 2. The most common pitfall is reverse parking into the garage—missing the precise moment when the front and rear poles disappear, as steering too early or too late causes the wheels to cross the line. Parallel parking also often results in line violations due to delayed steering correction. Don’t just memorize the steps; understand the wheel trajectory: the front wheels act as the pivot point when turning, while the rear wheels follow an arc. The reference points on the test car’s wipers are usually misaligned, so it’s more accurate to align the window corner with the pole marker. We recommend renting the test track for three practice laps before the exam—it’s the most practical approach.