Is there a voice prompt for gear shifting in Subject 3?
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There is no voice prompt for gear shifting in Subject 3. During the test, the voice system will only announce "Please complete the gear shifting project." After hearing this, the candidate must smoothly shift from second gear to fourth gear and then back down to second gear in sequence. During the gear shifting process, there are no voice prompts, but it must be completed within a limited distance. For example, the distance traveled in first and second gears cannot exceed 500 meters. Here is some related information: Items without voice prompts in Subject 3: It is understood that in Subject 3, there are no voice announcements for passing through crosswalks, school intersections, and public transportation stops. Candidates must apply the brakes and perform these actions on their own. Therefore, during the subsequent test, it is essential to memorize the route clearly and not rely solely on voice prompts. During the test, try to drive slowly, stay observant, and prepare in advance for entering intersections to minimize the occurrence of unexpected situations. Precautions: In addition, the remaining items in Subject 3, such as vehicle preparation, starting, driving straight, changing lanes, turning left, turning right, meeting vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, simulating nighttime driving, and pulling over after parking, all have voice prompts. Candidates should complete the corresponding operations according to the prompts. However, it is worth noting that driving test requirements may vary slightly between regions, and voice prompts may also differ. It is advisable to clarify these details with the local driving school instructor.
I still remember when I was learning to drive, during the third road test, gear shifting had voice prompts. The system would automatically announce instructions like 'Please start upshifting' or 'Downshift to second gear,' which helped students follow the steps and avoid panic. As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I think this design is quite considerate—novice test-takers are under a lot of pressure, and voice guidance allows them to focus on road conditions rather than gear operations. But don’t rely on it too much; in real driving, no one reminds you, and you must judge gear shifts based on speed and road conditions. During practice, use simulation systems more often to get familiar with the voice prompts, so you won’t feel nervous during the test. Safety comes first—if the system fails, the examiner will manually remind you, so never neglect safe driving habits because of this. Overall, voice prompts are a necessary aid for the third road test—reasonable and practical, improving the pass rate.
