What Does Driving License Subject 3 Test?

[SanPiper]

Driving License Subject 3 test includes road driving skills test and safety civilized driving common sense test. Here are the precautions for Subject 3 test: 1. Clutch stepping: It can only be used when starting, shifting up, shifting down, and stopping. Do not step on the clutch during normal driving. When encountering a situation that requires slight deceleration, only step on the brake to avoid driving out of gear. 2. Accelerator stepping: The green light will flash several times before turning red. At this time, according to the distance from the intersection and the speed, step on the accelerator when the distance is close and the speed has not dropped. 3. Straighten and park: After hearing the command and seeing the road condition clearly, if there is no solid line or too close to the intersection, quickly turn on the right turn signal, look at the rearview mirror, brake and decelerate to merge, the person is in the middle of the road slightly to the right, turn the left wheel back, and when the car can slide to straighten the car by inertia, step on the clutch, and the car will straighten the wheel to the right and park.

[VonJeremiah]

As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I can tell you that the driving license test's Subject 3 primarily assesses practical on-road driving skills. Unlike Subjects 1 and 2, which are conducted in confined areas, this one puts you on actual roads to evaluate your handling. The test items include starting and stopping—moving off from the roadside and coming to a steady halt; changing lanes—checking mirrors and using turn signals; driving straight—maintaining stable speed without swerving; turning left or right at intersections—slowing down and observing traffic signals; passing schools, bus stops, or crosswalks—yielding to pedestrians; meeting and overtaking vehicles—safely passing without cutting in; making U-turns—executing wide turns at appropriate spots; and if it's a nighttime test, simulating light usage like switching between high and low beams. An examiner sits beside you throughout, scoring based on safety awareness and proper operation, such as avoiding red lights, speeding, or sudden braking. I find this subject highly practical—mastering it reduces accident risks. My advice? Get more road practice to hone your skills.

[McHailey]

I just passed my driving test, and the most nerve-wracking yet exciting part was the road test (Subject 3). The exam assessed practical driving skills, such as starting smoothly without stalling, checking blind spots and signaling when changing lanes, parking parallel to the curb without being too far, maintaining steady speed during straight-line driving, slowing down and watching traffic lights when turning at intersections, yielding and driving slowly near schools or crosswalks, maintaining safe distances during oncoming traffic and overtaking, and executing U-turns in wide areas. The examiner monitored the entire test, and mistakes like failing to signal or crossing lines resulted in immediate deductions. During practice, I focused on nighttime lighting drills, especially switching between high and low beams for the simulation section. Passing felt amazing, and now I drive with more confidence. I recommend beginners to simulate test scenarios frequently.

[LeSimon]

I teach at a driving school, and the subject three test assesses road driving skills. The test items include starting and stopping, changing lanes, pulling over, driving in a straight line, turning at intersections, passing through special areas such as schools or crosswalks, meeting and overtaking vehicles, making U-turns, and using lights at night. During the test, candidates must operate independently, and the examiner evaluates safety and compliance, such as observing traffic, adhering to speed limits, and correctly using lights. It is recommended that students practice more on actual road conditions and pay attention to details such as the timing of signaling and maintaining a safe distance.