What does incorrect driving posture in Subject 3 mean?
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Incorrect driving posture in Subject 3 includes the following points: 1. Wrong gear shifting: The Subject 3 test clearly stipulates that looking down at the gear lever is prohibited when shifting gears. As many beginners are unfamiliar with the gear positions, they may engage the wrong gear when shifting. 2. Shifting too quickly: If the gear lever stays in neutral for too short a time during shifting, the neutral sensor may not detect it before engaging another gear, and the computer will also judge it as wrong gear shifting, resulting in immediate point deduction. 3. Staying in neutral for too long: Although staying in neutral is required when shifting gears, it should not be prolonged. Especially during straight-line driving, when shifting gears at high speed, the distance of coasting in neutral can easily exceed 100 meters. 4. Not stepping on the accelerator promptly when starting: When starting with half-clutch, first release half of the clutch, wait until the car body starts to shake, then release the handbrake. When the handbrake is fully released, immediately step lightly on the accelerator to give gas. If the action of stepping on the accelerator is not timely at this moment, the system will judge it as "incorrect driving posture".
Improper driving posture in Subject 3, simply put, means you sit crookedly or place your hands incorrectly during the driving test, which the examiner can spot at a glance. This is no small matter—it can lead to immediate point deductions or even failing the test. I think the most common posture issues include sitting too far back, not keeping your back against the seat (feeling comfortable but unable to reach the steering wheel), crossing your hands on the wheel (causing chaos during turns), or lowering your head too much (staring at the dashboard instead of the road). These pose serious safety risks: delayed emergency braking or steering can easily lead to accidents. With over a decade of driving experience, I’ve seen many beginners suffer from back pain due to poor posture. My advice: adjust the seat height first, ensuring your knees are slightly bent for easy pedal access and your back is firmly against the seat; place your hands at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions on the wheel, staying relaxed; and keep your gaze level ahead. Practice until it becomes habit—this ensures a smooth test pass and safer daily driving.
