What are the details of the Subject 3 driving test?

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LaThomas
08/29/25 6:05am
Subject 3 driving test details mainly include: fastening the seat belt, observing left and right rearview mirrors, avoiding coasting in neutral, maintaining appropriate speed, and managing excessive nervousness, among other small details. As long as you follow the methods taught by the instructor and adjust your mindset, passing becomes easier. Below is additional information: Fastening the seat belt: After getting in the car, adjust the seat properly and do not forget to fasten the seat belt. Only by properly adjusting the seat and rearview mirrors can you make accurate judgments while driving and avoid mistakes. Fastening the seat belt is a fundamental safety awareness in driving. Deceleration: During the Subject 3 test, there are many situations requiring deceleration. For example, turning, making a U-turn, encountering a crosswalk, traffic lights, pulling over to park, and designated test points, etc.
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Eleanor
09/11/25 3:44am
The Subject 3 test is the road test section, which I believe mainly examines your fundamental driving skills for daily driving. Before starting, you need to adjust the seat and rearview mirrors to ensure safety. During the test, it includes starting: first turn on the turn signal, observe the surroundings, and then release the handbrake; while driving, you need to change lanes or make turns, which requires signaling in advance and confirming no cars are coming before moving; parking tasks include parallel parking and reverse parking into a bay, where you must control the speed well and not cross the lines; there are also acceleration and deceleration tests, maintaining a steady speed is crucial. The examiner scores you in the car, paying attention to your line of sight and observation habits, such as looking left and right at intersections, not just straight ahead. I was extremely nervous during my test, but remembering the rules helps avoid confusion. Practicing simulated routes regularly is very helpful, and I recommend finding an experienced driver to accompany you for practice. Familiarizing yourself with the vehicle and route details before the test can greatly boost confidence. Remember to obey traffic signals, as one wrong move could mean failing.
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