Which countries do not have Subject 2 in their driving tests?
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There are many countries that do not have Subject 2 in their driving tests. Each country has different road designs and driving regulations, so not all countries use the Subject 1 and Subject 2 format for obtaining a driver's license. Reverse Parking: Considered the most challenging part of the Subject 2 test, the difficulty lies in mastering the timing of steering. Hill Start: Rolling back or stalling during hill starts is a common issue. If the car starts to roll back while releasing the brake, immediately press the brake and clutch firmly to stabilize the vehicle, then restart using the same method. 90-Degree Turn: There are many techniques for executing a 90-degree turn. The simplest one is to turn the steering wheel sharply when the hood covers the opposite yellow line.
I recently learned while researching the driver's license test that Subject 2 is a unique examination format in China, testing on-site operational skills such as parking and garage maneuvers. Other countries also assess these core competencies but don't have a similar name for it. For instance, Japan's license test includes a driving skills assessment in a closed course, while the U.S. road test evaluates comprehensive skills including parking directly on public roads—both equivalent to Subject 2 content. Similarly, Canada and Australia conduct road tests on actual streets without requiring fixed-site practice, ensuring applicants can drive safely. No country truly exempts practical driving tests because safety is paramount. After I first learned to drive, we discussed how global license exams emphasize operational proficiency. Even nations with different testing procedures universally mandate proof of fundamental skills. Thus, it's impossible to find an exception where this isn't required—everyone must practice.
I passed China's driving test Subject 2 and have also studied foreign exams. China's yard skill section is very specific, but the US doesn't divide it this way—they combine everything like parking and turns into one comprehensive road test with an examiner scoring beside you. Japan has separate skill test fields for similar requirements. Other countries like Germany have strict exams including practice operations. No country skips assessing practical skills because driving carries high risks. Through international travels, I've compared and found every place prioritizes safety, so Subject 2 equivalent requirements exist everywhere. If asked which country doesn't test, I'd emphasize all do—like my Canadian friend shared their road test included parallel parking. Essentially, structures differ but substance remains: all must pass.
