What are the requirements for hill start?
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Hill start actually includes two test items: first, the fixed-point parking on the uphill road, and then the starting and driving on the slope. The relevant introductions are as follows: 1. Fixed-point parking: The front bumper of the vehicle should be in the middle of the yellow line for fixed-point parking, and the bumper must not exceed or retract from the yellow line by 50 cm. The front and rear wheels should stop between the edge yellow line and the white line (width 30 cm). 2. Hill start: The vehicle is required not to roll back more than 30 cm. 3. Scoring criteria: Parking outside the 50 cm range of the fixed-point parking line will deduct 20 points; rolling back more than 30 cm will result in failure; stalling will deduct 20 points; parking beyond the 30 cm range on the right side will deduct 20 points. Once the gear is engaged during the start, failure to leave the original spot within 60 seconds will result in failure.
Starting on a slope requires a steady approach. Remember to firmly press the brake and shift into first gear. Slowly lift the clutch with your left foot without rushing, and hold your foot steady once the car starts to vibrate. Then, gently press the accelerator with your right foot until you feel the car pushing forward, and immediately release the handbrake slowly. Keep your eyes focused ahead while glancing at both side mirrors. After releasing the handbrake, gradually fully lift the clutch while maintaining steady pressure on the accelerator—avoid sudden changes. If the car starts rolling backward, don’t panic; immediately press the brake hard and start over. The steeper the slope, the more delicate the coordination between the accelerator and clutch needs to be, especially with a manual transmission—practice more to get the feel. Beginners should ideally practice at least 20 times on a car-free slope before hitting the road.
