
Subject 3 currently combines electronic and manual assessment. Here are the details: 1. Subject 3 test content includes: road driving skills test and safety & civilized driving knowledge test, which is part of the driver's license assessment. It is the abbreviated term for the road driving skills and safety & civilized driving knowledge test in the driver's examination. The road driving skills test content varies for different vehicle classes. 2. The electronic assessment in Subject 3 checks: whether the vehicle crosses lines, takes wrong lanes, stalls, or fails to follow instructions, etc. 3. The manual assessment in Subject 3 evaluates: the examinee's mastery of gear shifting and throttle control, as well as vehicle proficiency, etc. Generally, if there are no line-crossing, stalling, or red-light running violations during the test, and instructions are followed correctly, the examinee can pass the test.

As an experienced driving school instructor, I frequently accompany students for their Category 3 driving test, which is now primarily electronic but still supervised by an examiner. The vehicle is equipped with various sensors to monitor the accuracy of steering and parking, while the examiner is responsible for giving instructions and observing your safe driving habits, such as checking blind spots when changing lanes. This hybrid approach ensures fairness—the electronic system is highly sensitive and will immediately report violations like crossing lines or speeding, while the examiner handles the interactive aspects, reducing the bias of purely manual scoring. I advise students to practice more on simulators to familiarize themselves with the environment, stay calm during the test, and pay attention to details to pass. This setup has been widely implemented since last year, with students reporting better experiences and lower error rates. Remember, maintaining a prepared mindset is key.

As a new driver who just got my license, I passed the road test last month, which was basically computerized. There were cameras and GPS in the car to monitor movements, with the examiner instructing from the passenger seat for lane changes and U-turns, while the system automatically detected mistakes like crossing lines. The examiner also evaluated safety responses, such as the timing of checking mirrors. It felt more realistic and objective than purely human grading, with less examiner bias. Back when my dad took the test, the examiner solely determined the score, but now it's much improved though more stressful since mistakes are reported quickly. Before the test, I practiced several times using a simulation app—I recommend downloading similar software to familiarize yourself with operations and avoid carelessness. Test centers have upgraded their equipment, and more electronic aids will be introduced in the future.

From the perspective of managing examination affairs, the electronic scoring system is adopted for driving action detection in Subject 3, while invigilators oversee the safety aspects. Vehicles are equipped with sensors to automatically measure operations such as starting and turning, and invigilators evaluate the candidates' compliance with road conditions and regulations. This model enhances the accuracy and consistency of scoring. Our experience in handling examination affairs shows that electronic tools reduce errors and increase candidate satisfaction. Invigilators remain on-site to ensure unexpected scenarios are covered and critical points are not overlooked. With improved fairness in examinations, road safety is better guaranteed.


