What are the items in the Road Test (Subject 3)?

[LeAlexa]

Road Test, also known as Subject 3, is a newly added examination item with 13 basic components. These include: preparation before starting, starting off, driving in a straight line, changing lanes, passing through intersections, pulling over, crossing pedestrian crosswalks, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. The following are key points to note for Subject 3: 1. Light operation: Do not flick the lever too quickly to avoid the system failing to detect it. After turning on the indicator light, make sure to hold it down to prevent it from turning off due to steering wheel movement. The light simulation test has a time limit; being too early or too late can affect the result. Avoid failing on the simplest steps. 2. Speed and gear shifting: Stay calm when shifting gears to avoid incorrect gear selection. Fully depress the clutch to prevent difficulty in shifting gears, as nervousness may also lead to stalling. 3. Driving straight: Keep your gaze far ahead and find a reference point. Avoid focusing solely on the front of the engine compartment, as this can easily cause deviation. If the vehicle starts to tilt, make minor adjustments to the steering wheel rather than large turns, and ensure to return the wheel to its original position after adjustments.

[Edgar]

I remember when I was taking the third driving test, there were so many items! For the pre-driving preparation, you had to walk around the car to check the tires and overall condition. When starting, you couldn’t miss any step—turn signals, horn, and rearview mirrors. The straight-line driving part was the hardest; even a slight tilt of the steering wheel meant failing. Shifting gears had to match the speed, and I always hesitated between second and third gear. Changing lanes required signaling in advance, and passing through school zones meant slowing down below 30 km/h. The parallel parking was the most precise—being more than 30 cm from the curb meant an instant fail. During the light simulation test, you couldn’t panic, especially when switching to low beams for oncoming traffic at night. There were 15 items in total, and I practiced for two months, sweating through my palms every day after practice.

[VanBrody]

The road test for Subject 3 is divided into three major sections: basic operations, road driving, and lighting test. For the starting preparation, you need to adjust the seat and rearview mirror, and fasten the seat belt. During straight-line driving, maintain a speed of around 40 km/h without crossing the line. When crossing an intersection, you must turn your head left and right to observe. For turns, signal your intention 50 meters in advance by turning on the indicator. The overtaking maneuver is the most challenging—first signal left, change lanes, accelerate to pass the vehicle ahead, then signal right to return. When meeting another vehicle, actively slow down and yield. For pulling over to the side, you must do it in one smooth motion. During the night test, you must know how to switch between low and high beams, and flash the headlights when approaching a pedestrian crossing. Every item must be executed correctly. The instructor says the details are where points are deducted most severely—forgetting to check the rearview mirror just once can result in failure.

[SanCarlos]

What I feared most during my driving test (Subject 3) was the light simulation, especially the part where you have to alternately flash headlights when passing sharp curves at night. The routine items include vehicle preparation, starting, driving straight, and mandatory stopping to yield to pedestrians at zebra crossings. When changing lanes, you must check the rearview mirror and keep the turn signal on for over 3 seconds. Speed should be reduced to around 25 km/h when passing school zones. The shift from second to third gear during gear operations is most prone to stalling. Before making a U-turn, you must observe oncoming traffic first. It took me a whole week of practice to master the 30 cm distance for roadside parking. The sudden braking at the simulated bus stop at the end is particularly crucial – a slight lapse could lead to a rear-end collision. The entire test lasts about 20 minutes, with the examiner sitting beside you scrutinizing every move.

[Devon]

The arrangement of the Subject 3 road test is quite scientific, starting with the counterclockwise vehicle inspection around the car. The lighting test is placed in the middle section. The most important aspect of the road driving part is safety awareness: slow down and turn your head when crossing intersections, and look back to check blind spots when changing lanes. Maintain stable steering during straight-line driving, and control the distance when parking to test fine operation skills. Do not look down at the gear when shifting, and choose the right position in advance for U-turns. Handling special road sections is a key point, such as braking within 30 meters of a bus stop and no honking in school zones. For the night test, mastering the switching between low and high beams is essential, especially switching to low beams when meeting another vehicle.

[McChase]

I passed the driving test (Subject 3) on my third attempt, and I've mastered every single item. Don't forget to fasten your seatbelt and adjust the rearview mirrors during the pre-driving preparation. The turn signal is most likely to be missed when starting. The most stable way to shift gears is to change to second gear at 25 km/h, and looking far ahead helps with straight-line driving. Be decisive when changing lanes—no hesitation. For roadside parking, don't just rely on the rearview mirror; also check the wiper's reference point. You must stop and yield at crosswalks, and slow down to a snail's pace in school zones. The most dreaded command during the lighting test is 'nighttime road malfunction,' which requires hazard lights and position lamps. Finally, don't get too excited when parking—first engage the handbrake, then shift to neutral, and turn off the turn signal.