What is the distance from the edge line during a hill start?

[VanLiam]

During a hill start, if the distance from the edge line exceeds 50 centimeters, 20 points will be deducted, and a score of 90 is required to pass. The hill-start and parking test is a key assessment point in the second subject of the driver's license examination. Test requirements: Parking must be performed at a fixed location on a slope with a gradient ≥10% and a length ≥30 meters, evaluating the coordination of steering, braking, and clutch operation. Below are relevant details: 1. Key points for hill start: The test focuses on mastering the coordination skills of the accelerator pedal, parking brake, and clutch pedal. Note: Correctly identify the clutch engagement point; properly time the release of the parking brake lever; accurately control the timing and force of pressing the accelerator pedal (throttle); avoid abruptly releasing the clutch pedal or stomping the accelerator pedal during startup. 2. Purpose: The goal is to train drivers to accurately judge the vehicle's position and correctly use the brake, gear, and clutch to meet the requirements of parking and starting on uphill sections.

[SanClara]

I remember when I first learned to drive, the instructor always nagged that during hill starts, you must park about 30 centimeters from the sideline—not too far, not too close. Making even a small mistake during the test would cost major points. It gave me a headache practicing because on slopes, the car easily rolls back or crosses the line. In the rearview mirror, the gap between the wheel and the sideline had to be about the width of a palm to be considered stable. Looking back now while driving, safety comes first—keeping 30 centimeters provides space for pedestrians or obstacles. For beginners, I recommend practicing a few times on flat ground to simulate the scenario, using reference points to aim instead of guessing blindly.

[JuliannaAnn]

After driving for over a decade, I still carefully monitor the distance to the curb when parking on a slope—keeping about 30 cm is the most reliable. Don't follow veteran drivers who park too close to the line; the risk is too high. If the wheels scrape the curb, you're in trouble. Before starting on a slope, I always check the right mirror to ensure there's about half a body's width between the wheel and the curb. In practice, this spacing makes maneuvers more stable and reduces rolling or scraping.

[MacDonovan]

The hill start test requires parking within a strict 30 cm distance from the edge line. Examiners are very strict during the test—exceeding this limit means an automatic fail. A friend of mine failed three times due to neglecting the distance. It's recommended for beginners to measure the distance with a tape measure a few times during practice, memorize the feeling, and stay calm while checking the right wheel position on the slope. Developing this habit can prevent many issues.