
Penalty items for fixed-point parking on the slope are as follows: After parking, if the right side of the vehicle body is more than 30 cm away from the roadside line, 10 points will be deducted; if it is more than 50 cm away, 100 points will be deducted; crossing or touching the line will result in a 100-point deduction. After parking, if the front bumper is not aligned with the pole line and the deviation is within 50 cm, 10 points will be deducted; if the deviation exceeds 50 cm, 100 points will be deducted. After parking, if the parking brake is not fully engaged, 10 points will be deducted. Failure to start within 30 seconds will result in a 100-point deduction. Stalling once during startup will result in a 10-point deduction. If the gear is not in neutral or park when starting the engine, 100 points will be deducted. If the vehicle rolls back less than 30 cm during startup, 10 points will be deducted; if it rolls back more than 30 cm, 100 points will be deducted. Key points for fixed-point parking on the slope: Upon hearing the instruction for "fixed-point parking on the slope" (approximately 20 meters from the pole), turn on the right turn signal, steer appropriately to the right, and slowly drive the vehicle straight along the right side of the road, paying attention to the distance between the vehicle body and the right-side line. When the vehicle is about 10 meters from the parking pole, approach the target position slowly, accurately, and steadily. Accurately aim at the target, using the parking pole and a specific point on the windshield (or hood) (this point should be determined during practice, as it varies by vehicle model and driver height). When the specific point on the windshield aligns with the parking pole, indicating that the vehicle's bumper is aligned with the pole line, stop immediately.

Having taught driving school's Subject 2 for many years, I can tell you there are numerous point deductions on the slope stop test. The most common mistake is inaccurate parking position - exceeding 30cm front/back error means immediate deduction, while wheel touching the line results in automatic failure. Significant vehicle shaking during parking (like noticeable body vibration) will also get penalized if noticed by the examiner. Stalling during start-up happens frequently due to poor clutch control - beginners should practice the semi-engaged clutch technique more. Forgetting the handbrake is the most avoidable mistake, as any rollback could slide the car out of the test area. My advice: repeatedly practice slope stops and starts during training, coordinating accelerator and clutch properly without letting nerves affect performance. Only by passing this test can you drive safely with confidence.

I just passed the Subject 2 test, but almost failed at the slope stop. Parking too far forward cost me points, and the wheels crossing the line resulted in an immediate fail—it's frustrating to think about. There was also a practice session where I forgot to pull the handbrake, and the car rolled downhill—scary stuff! That would definitely cost points in the exam. Stalling at startup is my biggest issue; releasing the clutch too quickly makes it hard to control. I even got a warning from the examiner when the car wobbled while stopping. Later, my coach taught me to focus on reference points, release the clutch more slowly, and practice more to get the hang of it. The basics of safe driving lie in these details—don’t take the test lightly, take it slow, and you’ll pass for sure.

As a parent, I always remind my child of the key points when learning to drive on slopes. Incorrect parking position or wheels crossing the line will result in point deductions, and unstable parking or stalling during start-up can also cause problems. What worries me the most is rolling back and not using the handbrake, which poses significant risks. It's advisable to focus more on clutch control during practice, repeatedly train on slopes, stay calm during the test, and always pull the handbrake tight before starting. Safety comes first. These mistakes can affect the score if points are deducted, but practice makes perfect, and improvement comes quickly.


