Why is stalling on a hill start worth 100 points?

[SanAlana]

It's the rule. In Subject 2 (Parking and Hill Start), if the vehicle stalls during hill start after stopping at the designated point and fails to restart within 30 seconds, it results in a 100-point deduction. However, if the vehicle is successfully restarted and begins moving within 30 seconds, no points are deducted. If the engine stalls once during the hill start in Subject 2 due to improper operation, 10 points are deducted. Relevant information about the driver's license test is as follows: 1. Introduction: The driver's test is a qualification examination organized by the Vehicle Management Office of the Public Security Bureau. Only by passing the driver's test can one obtain a driver's license and legally operate a motor vehicle. 2. Content: The test for motor vehicle drivers is divided into: (1) the subject on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge (also known as the "theoretical test" or "Subject 1"), (2) the subject on field driving skills (commonly known as "pole test" or "Subject 2"), and (3) the subject on road driving skills and safe, civilized driving knowledge (commonly known as "road test" or "Subject 3"). The test content and passing standards are uniform nationwide, with corresponding test items specified according to different types of vehicles eligible for driving.

[DiDiana]

I remember when I first started learning to drive, stalling on hill starts was all too common. During the driving test, it's considered a 100-point mistake precisely because it's so dangerous. When a car is stopped on a slope, once the engine stalls, the wheels lose power, and gravity causes the car to roll backward, easily leading to a collision with the vehicle behind or loss of control. Having driven for over a decade, encountering beginners making this mistake is truly frightening as it could cause an accident. Setting such a high penalty in the test forces candidates to master the basics, like coordinating the clutch and throttle. The half-engagement point is crucial—gently lifting the clutch while slightly pressing the accelerator to maintain RPM without rushing. Similarly, stalling on flat ground also incurs penalties, but it's more severe on a slope, so practice from easy to difficult scenarios is essential.

[JasmineDella]

As someone who has taught many students, I think stalling on a hill start and losing 100 points in the exam is completely reasonable. It's mainly for safety reasons—if the car stalls at the top of a slope and rolls back, the braking system reacts slowly, causing rapid descent that could harm pedestrians or other vehicles. The test isn't a simulation game; it evaluates real control—whether you can keep the clutch steady under pressure. I recommend beginners practice finding the clutch bite point and try on gentle slopes first. Another point: the exam also simulates common urban traffic scenarios, and poor hill handling shows inadequate preparation. Remember, accelerate smoothly—don’t fear revving—and the risk of rolling back decreases while your score improves.

[LucyFitz]

Last time I took the driving test (Subject 2), I failed because the engine stalled during the hill start. That was really unfair. The instructor said it's a 100-point error because it directly creates a risk—losing control when the car slides downhill, potentially hitting nearby objects. The test evaluates safe driving skills, and stalling indicates poor basic skills and terrible clutch control. Since then, I've practiced hill starts every day and found that adding a little throttle makes it much more stable. Although stalling occasionally in daily driving isn't a big deal, the strictness in the test is meant to cultivate good habits.