What are the test items for the C license Category 3 exam?

[ErinMarie]

According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the C2 Category 3 exam consists of 15 items. These include: vehicle preparation, starting, driving straight, changing lanes, pulling over, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. As per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 139, the C1 Category 3 exam has a total of 16 items and requires a minimum distance of three kilometers. The 16 items are: vehicle preparation, starting, driving straight, gear shifting operations, changing lanes, pulling over, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. The C2 Category 3 exam involves driving an automatic transmission vehicle, while the C1 exam involves a manual transmission vehicle. The C2 license test omits the gear shifting operation item. The C3 driving Category 3 exam includes 15 items: vehicle preparation, starting, driving straight, gear shifting operations, changing lanes, pulling over, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, crossing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, nighttime driving, and safe and civilized driving. C4 driver's license exam content: Category 1: The test typically requires answering 50 questions, with each question worth 2 points. The exam duration is 45 minutes, and a passing score is 90. Category 2: Pylon test. The test site has several iron poles, usually spaced three meters apart. The examinee must ride a motorcycle in an S-shape around the poles back and forth once, without crossing the boundary lines or touching the ground with their feet. Category 3: The test mainly includes recognizing various road signs, traffic police hand signals, and handling different situations while riding a motorcycle. The age requirement for applying for a C3 license is 18 to 60 years old. Even if someone holds a C3 license, it will be automatically revoked when they turn 60. The age requirement for applying for C1 and C2 licenses is 18 to 70 years old. As long as the applicant is under 70, they can apply for a C1 or C2 license. National regulations require drivers over 60 years old to undergo an annual physical examination. Only by passing the physical exam and submitting the "Driver's Physical Condition Certificate" to the public traffic authorities can they continue driving. If the physical exam is failed, the driving qualification will be revoked.

[McKaden]

I remember when taking the C license driving test, the third part was quite comprehensive. Before getting in the car, you had to walk around it to check for any issues. After entering, you needed to adjust the seat and mirrors, fasten the seatbelt, and start the car smoothly without jerking forward. The hardest part was driving straight—you had to hold the steering wheel steady to maintain a straight line. Next was the gear shifting operation, testing your timing for changing gears, like shifting to a higher gear when speeding up and a lower gear when slowing down. Changing lanes required using the turn signal and looking over your shoulder—don’t forget to turn off the signal after changing lanes. When passing through intersections, you had to slow down and maintain a safe distance when meeting other cars. The simulated night driving tested your proper use of lights—don’t turn them on randomly. For pulling over, you had to find the right spot and stop slowly without crossing the line. The whole process took about twenty minutes. I think the key was staying focused, coordinating hands and feet well, and practicing a few times to get used to it—then it becomes easier.

[JustinAnn]

After driving for over a decade, I've seen many people take the Subject 3 test, which includes: preparing to drive by adjusting the seat and mirrors, starting gently with the accelerator, driving straight by feeling the steering wheel's stability, shifting gears without delay at the right moment, signaling and turning to check safety when changing lanes or overtaking, slowing down and observing in advance at intersections and school zones, using high and low beams correctly in simulated night scenarios, yielding when meeting vehicles without competing for space, finding the right spot for parallel parking, and finally stopping the car, pulling the handbrake, turning off the engine, and closing the door. The test essentially examines basic driving skills and safety awareness. It's recommended that candidates focus on practicing to familiarize themselves with vehicle operations and stay calm—keeping a steady mindset makes it easier to pass.

[Elizabeth]

Over the years of teaching driving, I've found that the Category 3 test mainly covers: starting the vehicle, checking lights and mirrors, beginning to drive, maintaining straight-line driving, keeping appropriate speed, gear shifting operations, proper timing for gear changes, lane changing and overtaking with signal lights, turning head to observe, slowing down and yielding at crosswalks and intersections, simulating night driving with correct light usage, maintaining proper spacing when meeting vehicles, and finally pulling over to park. Throughout the process, the examiner assesses coordination skills and safety habits. Candidates must remember details and avoid mistakes, such as waiting three seconds after signaling before turning the steering wheel.

[Samantha]

When my kid took the C license driving test, the content really tested practical skills. The pre-driving preparation involves just a few steps. After starting, maintaining stability during straight-line driving is crucial. Then, gear shifting tests reaction speed. Lane changing and overtaking require strict adherence to signaling and checking blind spots. At intersections, observing pedestrians and vehicles while slowing down is mandatory. The simulated night test demands proper use of lights. For pulling over, finding the right reference points helps. Many parents emphasize that the core is safe driving—don’t rush, practice more, and use simulators to familiarize with road conditions.