What are the 16 items in the Class B License Subject 2 test?
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Hill start, parallel parking, driving on undulating roads, passing through continuous obstacles, crossing a single-plank bridge, curve driving, right-angle turn, passing through a width-restricted gate, stake test, narrow road U-turn, simulated highway driving, simulated emergency handling, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, simulated emergency handling, simulated tunnel driving, and driving in rainy/foggy conditions. These constitute the entire process of the Class B driver's license Subject 2 test. Below are the detailed 16 items in order: Stake test: Reverse from the starting point into Garage B and stop correctly, then move the vehicle twice forward and twice backward to relocate it to Garage A and stop correctly. Proceed forward to exit Garage B to the control line, reverse into Garage A and stop correctly, then move forward to return to the starting point. The vehicle must not stop during the process, and the total time must not exceed 8 minutes. Parallel parking: After stopping the vehicle on the right side in front of the parking space, reverse into the space in one go without stopping. The wheels must not touch or cross the lane boundary lines or the parking space boundary lines. Crossing a single-plank bridge: During the test, the vehicle must not stop, and the wheels must not fall off the bridge. Narrow road U-turn: Drive the vehicle to the U-turn section and stop on the right side. Complete the U-turn within no more than three forward movements and two reverse movements. The test time must not exceed 5 minutes. Passing through continuous obstacles: The vehicle must use second gear or higher to pass over the round obstacles without touching, scraping, or running over them. The wheels must not cross the road edge lines on either side. The vehicle must not stop during the process. Curve driving: Commonly known as the S-curve. The test requires the vehicle to drive on an S-shaped road of specified width without pressing against the road edge lines, with smooth steering. The test evaluates the driver's ability to control the vehicle's steering and maneuver through curves. The goal is to develop the driver's steering skills and mastery of wheel trajectory. Right-angle turn: Drive the vehicle along the specified route, making a right-angle turn from left to right or right to left in one go without stopping. The wheels must not touch or cross the lane boundary lines. Hill start: Control the vehicle to stop accurately and start smoothly without rolling backward. The starting time must not exceed 30 seconds. Simulated highway driving: After driving to the entrance ramp, turn on the left turn signal, look over the left shoulder to observe traffic, and after confirming safety, accelerate to merge into the traffic lane and maintain the minimum speed limit. Turn off the turn signal. When changing lanes, turn on the turn signal for the intended lane, observe traffic, and change lanes after confirming safety. When exiting the highway, adjust speed and lane in advance according to exit signs. Simulated emergency handling: During normal driving, one of the following emergency situations will be randomly selected and simulated using voice or lights: If an obstacle suddenly appears ahead, brake immediately and stop quickly. After stopping, turn on the hazard warning lights. In case of a tire blowout or other vehicle malfunction on the highway, reduce speed appropriately, observe following traffic, stop the vehicle smoothly on the emergency lane, turn on the hazard warning lights, instruct passengers to move outside the guardrail, place a warning sign correctly, and the driver should move outside the guardrail to simulate calling for help. Simulated tunnel driving: Observe traffic signs near the tunnel and follow the instructions. Reduce speed when approaching the tunnel, turn on the headlights, and sound the horn. When exiting the tunnel, sound the horn again and turn off the headlights. Do not sound the horn in no-horn zones. Simulated rainy/foggy driving: Reduce speed. In rainy conditions, adjust the wiper speed according to the rain intensity. In foggy conditions, turn on the fog lights, position lights, headlights, and hazard warning lights. Simulated slippery road driving: Reduce speed before entering the slippery road section. After entering, use a low gear to drive steadily and control the vehicle direction smoothly. Simulated continuous sharp turns on mountain roads: Reduce speed before entering the curve, drive on the right side, sound the horn, and enter the curve without occupying the opposite lane. Driving on undulating roads: Reduce speed before entering the undulating road section and pass through slowly without stopping. Passing through a width-restricted gate: Drive through the three gates at a speed of no less than 10 km/h without touching the hanging poles.
Last year when I took the B-license Category 2 test, I went through all 16 test items. The most memorable moment was the nerve-wracking reverse parking, always worrying about hitting the pole with the rear. Next was the hill start and stop, where precise positioning within the marked lines was crucial, and preventing rollback during start was key. Parallel parking resembled squeezing into a roadside spot, while the S-curve trained steering flexibility. The right-angle turn required careful blind spot awareness. Navigating continuous obstacles was like avoiding potholes, and the single-plank bridge enhanced wheel positioning. Speed control through narrow gates demanded precision, and simulated foggy/rainy driving built emergency response. Tunnel driving required lights on and windows closed for noise reduction. Emergency braking tested reaction time, while narrow-road U-turns challenged spatial awareness. Reverse repositioning involved repeated adjustments. Other items included simulated ETC passage and bumpy road driving. The entire test emphasized real-world driving conditions—mastery came only after extensive practice. Though exhausting, the process significantly boosted my driving confidence.
In driving school, teaching the 16 items of Subject 2 for the B license is a compulsory course for every student. Reversing into the garage is the starting point, and students often make the mistake of crossing the line, but practice makes perfect. The key points of stopping and starting on a slope lie in the coordination of the clutch, while parallel parking simulates real-life scenarios. Curve driving trains smooth turns, and right-angle turns require attention to pedestrian visibility. Passing through continuous obstacles improves vehicle control, and the single-plank bridge tests suspension stability. Speed-limited passage through narrow gates requires speed calculation, and driving in simulated rainy and foggy conditions reminds students to slow down. Tunnel driving emphasizes the use of lights, and emergency handling simulations prepare for sudden obstacles. Narrow-road U-turns are the most challenging, and reversing and shifting help with parking skills. Additionally, passing through ETC and undulating roads are included. It is recommended that students start with the basics, practice for an hour each day, and maintain a steady mindset to pass smoothly.
