What are the changes in the new Subject 3 regulations?

[Jenna]

Introduction to the changes in the new Subject 3 regulations: 1. Starting: 1. Original standard: Lower head to observe traffic conditions behind; 2. Revised: Turn head to observe traffic conditions behind; 2. Changing lanes: 1. Original standard: Observe traffic conditions behind through interior and exterior rearview mirrors; 2. Revised: Observe through interior and exterior rearview mirrors and turn head to observe traffic conditions behind in the direction of lane change; 3. Pulling over: 1. Original standard: Slow down, turn right to pull over, and stop smoothly; 2. Revised: Turn head to observe and confirm safety, then slow down, turn right to pull over, and stop smoothly. If exiting the vehicle, turn head to observe traffic conditions behind on the left, confirm safety, slowly open the door, exit, and close the door; 4. Overtaking: 1. Original standard: Observe traffic conditions on the left, turn on left turn signal, and choose a reasonable time; 2. Revised: Turn on left turn signal, observe traffic conditions behind and on the left through interior and exterior rearview mirrors, turn head to observe and confirm safety, then choose a reasonable time; 3. Original standard: After overtaking, without affecting the normal driving of the overtaken vehicle, turn on right turn signal, gradually return to the original lane, and turn off the turn signal; 4. Revised: After overtaking, turn on right turn signal, observe traffic conditions behind and on the right through interior and exterior rearview mirrors, turn head to observe and confirm that it does not affect the normal driving of the overtaken vehicle, then gradually return to the original lane and turn off the turn signal; 5. U-turn: 1. Original standard: Reduce speed, observe traffic conditions, correctly choose the location and time for U-turn, signal for U-turn, then make the turn; 3. Revised: Observe traffic conditions ahead and behind, confirm safety, slow down or stop, turn on left turn signal, then make the U-turn.

[LeMelanie]

I just got my driver's license last year, and recently my instructor mentioned there have been quite a few changes to the Subject 3 test. Now, during the starting phase, you must turn your head to observe, whereas before you only needed to check the rearview mirror. The simulated lighting test has become more random, with questions no longer following a fixed sequence. The major changes involve stricter scoring on details—for example, when turning or changing lanes, the turn signal must be on for at least 3 seconds before steering, or you'll fail immediately if you move too soon. The parallel parking requirement has also tightened; previously, you could adjust your position by touching the dashed line, but now even a slight wheel contact with the line means disqualification. I heard some regions have even added an overtaking maneuver to the test. Specific implementation depends on local DMV regulations, so it's best to ask your instructor for the latest exam highlights, as standards may vary by region.

[SanCora]

Our driving school instructor has been emphasizing the new regulation details every day recently. There are three key changes in particular: First, the inspection procedure—circling the vehicle now requires pressing the front and rear sensor buttons, missing one will result in point deduction; second, the intersection rule—slowing down by tapping the brakes is mandatory at crosswalks, regardless of whether there are pedestrians; third, the parking technique—after pulling over, engaging the handbrake and shifting to neutral is required to complete the process, as some students previously forgot these finishing steps. Note that incorrect use of lights during the simulated night test now results in an immediate 100-point deduction, unlike before when there was a chance for a retake. Overall, the new regulations place greater emphasis on safety awareness and detailed operations.

[ColemanDella]

As a staff member at the driving test center, I've observed a noticeable increase in failure rates after the reform of Subject 3. Key changes include: 1. The starting procedure now requires a complete sequence of handbrake-turn signal-horn; 2. Speed must not exceed 30km/h when passing school zones; 3. Steering wheel movement exceeding 5 degrees during straight-line driving will result in failure; 4. A new tunnel simulation test requires proper light operation. Special reminder: the entire test is now scored electronically, with human examiners intervening only in exceptional cases. We recommend practicing with the latest question bank on the Driving Test Prep App before the exam.