What are the new driving test regulations in Wuhan?

[DiHayden]

Here are the new driving test regulations in Wuhan: 1. Adjustment of the test content for small automatic transmission vehicles: The slope parking and starting item has been removed from the subject two test for small automatic transmission vehicle driver's licenses, reducing the test items from the original five to four. 2. Adjustment of the number of times for cross-regional subject tests: For applying for a small vehicle driver's license, the number of times the test location can be changed has been adjusted from once to no more than three times. 3. Reduction of the interval for subject three test appointments: For small automatic transmission vehicle driver's licenses, the waiting period after passing subject one has been shortened from 30 days to 20 days before scheduling the test; for medium and large passenger and truck driver's licenses, the waiting period has been adjusted from 40 days to 30 days. 4. Convenience for overseas personnel and veterans to renew their driver's licenses: Overseas personnel who are unable to process driver's license services due to the COVID-19 pandemic can have domestic personnel apply for an extension; those whose licenses were canceled before the end of 2021 due to failure to timely renew or undergo inspection can normally process renewal and inspection procedures within six months after returning to the country.

[DeCassidy]

I just got my driver's license in Wuhan and noticed significant changes in the new regulations, with the test difficulty increasing considerably. Parallel parking used to be simple, but now it must be performed on a slope to simulate real-world conditions and avoid daily parking scrapes. The most challenging part is the enhanced night driving test, which requires turning on headlights, adjusting light angles, and handling sudden scenarios like pedestrian dummies crossing the road. The test centers now use high-definition cameras and GPS positioning for evaluation, scrutinizing every detail—for example, failing to signal during a turn results in an immediate point deduction. The theoretical section now emphasizes the consequences of traffic violations, showing real accident case videos to help drivers remember the rules. Although the learning period has been extended, I adapted by practicing an extra simulator session each week. In the long run, this improves safe driving habits. I advise beginners not to skimp on simulator fees—only through hands-on practice can you understand how lighting conditions affect driving.