Will points be deducted for improper alignment during parallel parking?
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No points will be deducted for improper vehicle alignment during parallel parking. Here are specific details about the driver's license examination: 1. Subjects: The test is conducted sequentially as Subject 1, Subject 2, Subject 3, and Subject 4. 2. Retakes: For driving test Subjects 2 and 3, candidates can only take each test five times. If they fail, they must repay the tuition and practice fees. According to the Ministry of Public Security's Orders No. 123 and 124, if a candidate fails the fifth scheduled test for either Subject 2 or Subject 3 (road driving skills test), all previously passed subjects will be invalidated. To obtain a driver's license, the candidate must re-enroll and pay the driving school tuition fees.
As a long-time examiner at a driving school, I've seen too many test-takers lose points for crooked car positioning during parallel parking. Indeed, any misalignment will definitely incur penalties during the test - the standard requires the vehicle to be perfectly parallel to the curb. A slight deviation might only cost 2-5 points, but significant misalignment affecting other vehicles can lead to 10-point deductions or even failure. This isn't advanced technique - it comes down to practicing spatial awareness and mirror adjustment. I always advise students to physically check their alignment after parking during practice sessions, so they won't make nervous mistakes during the test. Misaligned parking doesn't just cost points; it risks collisions and poses real-world safety hazards.
When I took my driver's license test, I was deducted 3 points because my parallel parking wasn't straight, almost failing. Parking at an angle will definitely cost you points - the examiner measures the deviation. Within 5 degrees might get minor deductions, exceeding that means heavier penalties. This mainly assesses safety awareness, as crooked vehicles may block others or cause accidents. I recommend beginners practice more in parking garages to develop alignment sensitivity. Exam rules clearly specify this requirement, with minor regional variations in details but consistent core principles. After parking, always check mirrors to confirm parallel alignment - developing this habit helps avoid point deductions.
