What to Do If the Car Frequently Stalls During the Hill Start in Subject 2?
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At the moment of stopping at the designated point, press both the clutch and brake simultaneously. Immediately pull up the handbrake and hold it for more than 4 seconds to ensure the car stops stably and effectively prevent stalling. The more proficient you become, the easier it is to lift the clutch too quickly. If the car didn't stall before but suddenly starts stalling later, it might be because the clutch is being released too quickly. Lift it slowly and hold it steady after reaching the semi-engaged state. When the car reaches the semi-engaged state by releasing the clutch, be sure to release the brake promptly. Delaying too long may cause the car to stall. After feeling the car shake, gently release the brake.
I've been through this issue too. When I first started learning to drive, I kept stalling during the slope start in Subject 2, feeling like I was doomed to fail every test. The main problems were unstable clutch control and poor throttle coordination. I found the key is to practice the half-engagement point more - holding the clutch steady when the car slightly vibrates while gently applying throttle to maintain RPM. Before climbing the slope, prepare by pulling the handbrake first, don't rush the movements, slowly release the clutch and gradually apply throttle. Mindset matters a lot - don't just think about failing the test, treat it as regular practice. Find an empty slope and repeat the exercise dozens of times. It took me two months to overcome this, now I can drive steadily. You can also practice with friends and share experiences, take some breaks to relax, don't let yourself get too tense. Remember, stalling is common, don't get discouraged, keep practicing and you'll break through.
