When does the timing start for the reverse parking in Subject 2?
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Subject 2 reverse parking timing starts when the reversing begins. Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and is the abbreviation for the field driving skills test. The test items for small cars C1 and C2 include five compulsory items: reverse parking, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves). Below are the precautions for the Subject 2 test: 1. Fasten your seat belt: Buckle up as soon as you get in the car, and remember not to fasten it backward or to the passenger seat, otherwise the system will directly judge the test as a failure. Do not unfasten the seat belt at any time during the test. 2. Adjust the seat, etc.: After getting in the car, adjust the seat, adjust the rearview mirror, fasten the seat belt, turn on the left turn signal, shift into first gear, and release the handbrake. These six steps are indispensable. Make sure all preparations are complete before starting. 3. No stopping during the process: There is no time limit for reverse parking, but it is important to note that stopping during the process is not allowed. If the wheels remain stationary for 3 seconds, the system will judge it as a mid-process stop. Therefore, controlling the speed is crucial. 4. The time for starting on a slope is 30 seconds: The time for starting on a slope is 30 seconds, and the system will give a voice prompt every 10 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds will directly result in a failure.
In the Subject 2 driving test, the timing for reverse parking starts from the moment the vehicle enters the designated area. Specifically, the system automatically starts the stopwatch when the front of the car touches the starting sensor line, with a total time limit of 210 seconds to complete the entire operation. Back when I was learning to drive, my instructor repeatedly emphasized this point because even a few seconds of hesitation at the starting line could leave you short on time. Exceeding the time limit on the test directly results in failure. During practice, I always set a timer to simulate the test, starting the reverse as soon as I crossed the line to develop habitual movements. The purpose of this rule is to assess efficiency and safety, preventing trainees from dawdling and affecting other examinees, while also training the ability to control the vehicle under pressure. After several practice sessions, you naturally get the hang of the rhythm and reduce mistakes.
