Is there an examiner in the car during Subject 2 test?
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There is no examiner in the car during Subject 2 test. Here are the specific details about Subject 2: Test requirements: The requirement for parallel parking is that the driver must park the vehicle in the right-side parking space without the wheels touching the lane boundary or parking space boundary. Content and requirements of Subject 2: The five assessment items are reverse parking, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves. Subject 2 requires 26 class hours, including 2 hours of theoretical knowledge, so the actual practice time is 24 hours.
As an experienced driver who has coached many learners, I've witnessed the process of the Subject 2 driving test firsthand. The examiner usually sits in the front passenger seat, closely monitoring your performance throughout maneuvers like reverse parking and parallel parking. They don't just score you—they also intervene at critical moments to prevent accidents, such as when beginners tend to oversteer or cross lines. During the test, examiners hold scoring sheets to note errors in real-time; for serious mistakes, they can immediately halt the test. This ensures safety and minimizes collision risks. In fact, many students perform worse due to nervousness without an examiner present. When I coach learners, I always remind them to stay relaxed—examiners are actually quite friendly, aiming to help you pass. Remember to take deep breaths before starting, perform normally, and you'll pass smoothly. Don't view the examiner as an adversary.
