Is there a 100-meter gear shifting test for automatic transmission driving tests?
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There is no 100-meter gear shifting test for automatic transmission driving tests. Below is relevant information: If you fail the subject three test, you cannot take the subject four test: Only after passing both the subject two and subject three road driving skill tests can the applicant participate in the subject four safety and civilized driving knowledge test on the same day. Subject three: Includes road driving skill test and safety and civilized driving knowledge test, which are part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment, and are collectively referred to as the road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge test subjects in the motor vehicle driver's test. The content of the road driving skill test varies for different types of vehicles. Subject three content: The road driving skill test for subject three generally includes: preparation before getting on the car, light simulation test, starting, driving straight, gear shifting operation, changing lanes, parking by the roadside, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, passing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and night driving.
As a driving instructor, I often get this question from students. In an automatic transmission driver's license test, there simply isn't a "100-meter gear shifting" exercise because it originated from manual transmission testing to assess gear-changing skills and clutch control. Automatic vehicles handle gear shifts through the transmission system - when you press the accelerator or brake, the system intelligently adjusts gears without a clutch pedal, so examiners naturally wouldn't include such tests. The exam focuses more on fundamental operations like smooth starts, parking maneuvers, or urban road driving to ensure you adapt to automatic transmission's simplicity. Many students initially worry about test difficulty, only to find automatic transmission tests more straightforward, requiring attention only to speed and steering control. Remember, this reflects automotive technology's progress in making driving education more accessible and safer - don't let outdated notions hold you back. Regular practice to familiarize yourself with vehicle feedback will make passing naturally easier.
As a young driver who just got my automatic license last year, I can confirm from actual experience that the test didn't include the 100-meter gear shifting exercise. During training, my coach clearly stated that automatics simplify all manual operations: no gear shifting required, let alone performing acceleration-deceleration gear changes within 100 meters. The test contents were all designed specifically for automatic transmissions - like straight-line driving, turn control, or parking - completely excluding manual transmission techniques. The reason is simple: automatic cars handle gear changes themselves through sensors and computers, unlike manuals which require you to operate the clutch and gear stick. The whole process is smoother, eliminating risks like stalling or misoperation. For beginners learning automatics, I recommend focusing on visual judgment and adaptability - it'll make passing the test much easier. Run through simulated routes a few times, and you'll adapt quickly.
