What to Do When Encountering a Test Car with Difficult Gear Shifting?

[Carlos]

If you encounter a test car with difficult gear shifting during the Subject 2 driving test, you can only try a few more times. If there is an examiner sitting beside you, you can ask for help or report the issue. Generally, if an unexpected situation occurs, the examiner will provide some hints. Here is some extended information about the driving test: 1. No Deduction: According to the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses', re-shifting gears when starting the car does not result in a deduction. However, if you shift out of gear and then back into gear while the car is moving, you will be deducted 100 points and directly deemed as failing. Therefore, if you find the car difficult to shift gears before it moves, you can try a few more times, as long as you ensure the gear is engaged before releasing the clutch to start. 2. Report the Issue: Test cars are usually easier to drive than training cars, so encountering difficulty in shifting gears is relatively rare. If you find it hard to shift gears, first check if the clutch is fully depressed. If everything is normal and you still can't shift gears, you can report it to the examiner.