What are the timed items in Subject 2?

[MacPatrick]

Parallel parking and reverse parking are timed, with the timer starting when the vehicle reaches the starting point of these maneuvers. Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and refers to the field driving skills test. For small vehicles (C1, C2), the test items include five mandatory components: reverse parking into a garage, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-turns). Below are some important notes for the Subject 2 test: 1. Fasten your seatbelt: Always buckle up immediately after getting in the car. Make sure not to fasten it backward or to the passenger seat, as the system will directly deem the test as failed. Do not unfasten the seatbelt during the entire test. 2. Adjust the seat and mirrors: After entering the vehicle, adjust the seat and mirrors, fasten the seatbelt, turn on the left turn signal, shift into first gear, and release the handbrake. These six steps are essential. Ensure all preparations are complete before starting. 3. No stopping during the test: There is no time limit for reverse parking, but it is crucial not to stop during the maneuver. If the wheels remain stationary for 3 seconds, the system will judge it as an intermediate stop. Therefore, controlling the speed is key. 4. The time limit for starting on a slope is 30 seconds: The system will provide an audio reminder every 10 seconds during the 30-second period for starting on a slope. Exceeding this time will result in an automatic failure.

[DePiper]

In the Subject 2 driving test, the timed items mainly include reversing into the garage and parallel parking. Reversing into the garage is typically limited to 120 seconds, while parallel parking must be completed within 90 seconds. When I was learning to drive, I felt the pressure of these timed sections. For reversing into the garage, it's crucial to plan the route in advance and avoid hesitation—exceeding the time limit results in an automatic failure. On my first attempt, I was so nervous that I ran out of time and had to retry. The instructor always emphasized practicing reference points and maintaining smooth movements to save time. Other items, like stopping on a slope, are not individually timed, but the entire Subject 2 test has an overall time limit of approximately 15 minutes. The timed elements test efficiency in real parking scenarios, and practicing with a stopwatch during preparation is very helpful—just don’t panic. Staying steady while aiming for speed is key. It took me intensive training to finally pass.

[VonHaley]

The timed portion of Subject 2 focuses on several key items, with reverse parking and parallel parking being the most critical. Reverse parking must be completed within 120 seconds, while parallel parking allows only 90 seconds. As a training instructor, I often emphasize not to underestimate these timing requirements—they assess accurate operations under emergency situations, such as quickly deciding the parking angle. During regular lessons, I have students practice repeatedly to ensure each movement is concise and efficient. Timeouts commonly occur due to unfamiliarity with the vehicle or nervousness. I recommend beginners set a timer during field practice. Other maneuvers like right-angle turns aren't individually timed, but the overall pace must be well managed. Mastering these will make the test go smoothly.

[SanCarter]

The timed items in Subject 2 are reversing into the garage and parallel parking. The time limit for reversing into the garage is 120 seconds, and for parallel parking it's 90 seconds. I felt a lot of pressure during the test, especially with reversing into the garage—if I was a bit slow, I'd exceed the time limit. Remembering the key points is most important; with enough practice, you'll naturally get faster. Parking on the slope isn't timed separately, but the whole process needs to be quick. Practice more and don't be nervous.