Should the foot always be on the accelerator during Subject 3?

[ClaireFitz]

During continuous gear shifting in Subject 3, the foot does not need to remain on the clutch pedal. The foot should be placed on the clutch pedal only when shifting gears, and should be removed when not shifting to help protect the clutch. Additional information: 1. Exam requirements for the 100-meter gear shifting test: The vehicle starts from the 100-meter starting line and must complete the acceleration process from the lowest gear to the highest gear, as well as the deceleration process from the highest gear back to the second gear within 100 meters, with smooth transitions between actions. 2. Grading criteria for the 100-meter gear shifting test: Stopping outside the designated area results in failure; stopping midway results in failure; stalling deducts 20 points; not following the proper sequence of gear shifting or failing to complete the process results in failure; crossing the center line deducts 20 points.

[SamanthaLee]

The third driving test requires a good sense of rhythm—keeping your foot on the accelerator the whole time is definitely a no-go. Last time I accompanied a friend during practice, I noticed many people, when nervous, keep their foot glued to the accelerator, resulting in erratic speed changes and point deductions. The correct approach is to press the accelerator only when ready to accelerate, and to ease off the accelerator in advance before intersections to prepare for braking. During straight-line driving, fine-tune your speed with the accelerator, but your foot should always be ready to switch to the brake. For maneuvers like lane changes or overtaking, after accelerating to pass, you must immediately prepare to brake and control the following distance. Another key point: never enter a turn with the accelerator pressed—easing off the accelerator beforehand to reduce speed ensures stability. During the test, listening to changes in the engine sound can help gauge whether the accelerator pressure is appropriate.

[ElianaDella]

During driving practice, the instructor always says I put my foot in the wrong place. There are many nuances to using the accelerator in Subject 3. When approaching a crosswalk or bus stop, you need to release the accelerator and gently tap the brake to observe from 30 meters away. When following another car, it’s safer to hover your foot over the brake pedal, and after using the accelerator, get into the habit of pulling your heel back. A little tip: don’t rely on the brake to control speed when going downhill—instead, release the accelerator and let engine braking do the work. One student at our driving school kept coasting with the accelerator pressed before a red light and was immediately penalized for dangerous driving. Remember, the accelerator isn’t a resting pedal—developing muscle memory for covering the brake is key.

[Lacey]

Throttle control is directly related to the passing rate of the driving test. When I took the Subject 3 test, I specifically noted these key points: After lightly pressing the throttle at the start, immediately adjust your foot position by shifting the heel pivot point under the brake. Maintain a speed of 20 km/h through school zones, with the throttle only lightly engaged and not deeply pressed. When encountering instructions requiring deceleration, the first reaction should be to ease off the throttle and check the rearview mirror instead of slamming on the brakes. During U-turn operations, keep your foot off the throttle and be ready for steering coordination. Pay special attention not to press the throttle too hard when starting on a green light, as it can easily cause jerking and lead to point deductions.

[StDonovan]

As a novice who just got my license, I deeply understand the throttle technique in Subject 3. Never imitate those who rest their foot on the accelerator—the exam system will penalize you for speeding. My instructor taught me the golden rules: 1. Release the throttle if there's any situation within 150 meters ahead. 2. Completely remove your right foot from the accelerator 5 seconds before turning. 3. Never press the accelerator for more than 3 seconds at a time. 4. The accelerator must remain inactive during the parking procedure. Common mistakes to avoid: Even if you feel the speed is insufficient during straight-line driving, avoid stomping the pedal—lightly pressing for 2 seconds is safer. When parking, fully release the accelerator in the last two meters and switch to half-clutch.

[DelIsabella]

Having seen too many cases of failing the driving test, incorrect throttle usage accounts for 30%. Key points to remember: the duration of pressing the throttle during lane change should not exceed one-third of the lane-changing process; the standard posture when crossing a zebra crossing is to hover your foot over the brake pedal; here's a lesser-known fact: the depth of pressing the throttle during simulated tunnel driving directly affects the lighting score. When I was a teaching assistant at the driving school, I found that students most often make mistakes in throttle coordination during gear shifting. The correct approach is to lightly lift the throttle when upshifting and appropriately add throttle before downshifting, with the foot flexibly switching like a spring throughout the process. Finally, it's emphasized that when using engine braking, the throttle should be completely released to allow the RPM to naturally drop.