What are the contents of the 2021 Subject 3 driving test?
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Subject 3 mainly includes the following test items: vehicle preparation, starting, driving in a straight line, changing lanes, passing intersections, pulling over, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and night driving. Relevant information about Subject 3 is as follows: Subject 3: It is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and is the abbreviation for the road driving skills and safe civilized driving knowledge test. Safe civilized driving knowledge: The test content includes requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations such as tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge.
I remember when I took the driving test for Subject 3 last year, there was quite a lot to cover. After getting in the car, you first had to adjust the seat and mirrors, fasten the seatbelt, and check if the lights and handbrake were properly set. Then came the starting procedure: turn on the left turn signal, check the blind spot, and slowly release the clutch to move forward gently. During the drive, maintaining a steady speed in straight-line driving was essential, and shifting gears had to be smooth without jerking. When changing lanes, you had to signal at least three seconds in advance and check the mirrors to confirm it was safe. Approaching intersections required slowing down to observe traffic lights and pedestrians, and you had to stop and yield at crosswalks. Extra caution was needed near school zones and bus stops, slowing down early to avoid hazards. Overtaking and meeting oncoming traffic both demanded careful attention, slowing down when necessary. Finally, pulling over to park required finding the right spot, signaling, and stopping steadily. The whole process simulated real road conditions, with the examiner focusing on your safety awareness and standardized operations. There weren’t major changes in 2021—it was mostly about mastering these small details. Practicing a few more times helped ease the nerves.
