What are the rules for hill start?

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Jay
07/24/25 1:12am
The rules for hill start are numerous. Below is a detailed introduction to the rules for hill start: 1. Overview: After the vehicle stops, if the front bumper of the car or the front axle of the motorcycle is not aligned with the pole line, and the deviation exceeds 50 centimeters, it is considered a failure. If the deviation does not exceed 50 centimeters, 10 points will be deducted. If the body of the vehicle is more than 30 centimeters away from the roadside line but does not exceed 50 centimeters after stopping, 10 points will be deducted. 2. Others: If the body of the vehicle is more than 50 centimeters away from the roadside line after stopping, 100 points will be deducted. If the vehicle rolls back 10-30 centimeters after starting, 10 points will be deducted. If the vehicle rolls back more than 30 centimeters after starting, the test will be considered a failure.
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LeSawyer
08/10/25 8:51pm
I've taught many people driving skills, and the rules for hill starts are actually quite important. Starting with the basics: when parking, use the handbrake to secure the position to prevent rolling; before starting, engage first gear or reverse; then gently lift the clutch to find the biting point, holding steady when you feel a slight engine vibration or change in sound; then apply appropriate throttle to increase RPM; finally, slowly release the handbrake or foot brake while accelerating forward to ensure the car climbs the slope smoothly. Exam rules stipulate that rolling distance must not exceed 30 centimeters, otherwise points are deducted or you fail. For safety, choose a safe slope for practice and avoid rushing operations. If driving an automatic, most modern models have a hill start assist system that automatically brakes for a few seconds. Mastering these skills means you won't panic when stopping at traffic lights on slopes during daily driving—the key is frequent practice to memorize the feel.
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