Will points be deducted if the car body crosses the line in an S-curve?
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No points will be deducted if the car body crosses the line in an S-curve. Here is the relevant information: Subject 2: 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 skill test subject. Test items: For small cars, the C1 test items include five mandatory tests (some areas have a sixth item, high-speed card collection): reversing into a garage, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves (commonly known as S-curves). The C2 test items include four mandatory tests: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves (commonly known as S-curves). For large vehicles A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2, the test items include pole test, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, passing a single-plank bridge, driving through curves, turning at a right angle, passing a width-limited gate, passing continuous obstacles, driving on undulating roads, making a U-turn on a narrow road, as well as simulated highways, continuous sharp bends on mountain roads, tunnels, rainy (foggy) days, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
I've been teaching at a driving school for over a decade, and I often see students getting nervous during the S-curve exercise, causing the vehicle to cross the line, which indeed results in point deductions during the driving test. Generally, in the Category 2 test standards, if any part of the vehicle exceeds the lane line, it's considered a violation, leading to a minor deduction of 5 to 10 points or even a direct failure in severe cases. I remember last year, a student failed the test by just a few points because their vehicle crossed the line during the S-curve. Actually, the S-curve is designed to test low-speed control skills—steering should be flexible, avoiding sudden turns, and using the half-clutch to control speed more steadily. I recommend practicing by frequently checking the rearview mirror to observe tire positioning during regular training; forming this habit can make the test much smoother. Safety comes first when driving. Crossing lines during the S-curve not only costs points in the test but can be even more dangerous on actual roads, risking collisions with roadside obstacles. So, mastering the basics is truly crucial.
Last time I took the Subject 2 driving test, I happened to draw the S-curve. The car slightly crossed the line and I was immediately deducted 20 points. Fortunately, I didn't make mistakes in other sections and barely passed. Deduction for crossing the line in the S-curve is certain—the driving test rules clearly state each section has strict evaluation criteria; the car body must not cross the line, otherwise it counts as a violation. I practiced for a month before the test and found that steering should be steadier. Don’t just look ahead; glance at the tire position through the rearview mirror and adjust in advance. If you cross the line and lose too many points, you might fail the test in one go, requiring re-registration and wasting time and effort. Additionally, beginners tend to get nervous—staying relaxed during the test is more effective. I suggest asking a friend to record your practice sessions to review mistakes later. Similar points in the driving test, like crossing lines during reverse parking or parallel parking, also lead to deductions. Simulating test conditions regularly and gradually building confidence is the key.
