Will stepping on the accelerator during Subject 2 result in failure?
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Currently, there are no regulations stating that stepping on the accelerator during the Subject 2 exam is prohibited, so it will not result in point deductions. However, it is still best to avoid stepping on the accelerator. Here are the detailed reasons: There are currently no regulations prohibiting the use of the accelerator during the Subject 2 exam, and the exercises in Subject 2 do not require the use of the accelerator. Therefore, during regular practice sessions, the instructor's vehicle typically has the accelerator locked, preventing students from stepping on it. Additionally, as beginners who have just started learning to drive, students are not yet proficient in controlling the depth and pressure of the accelerator, which is why Subject 2 does not involve stepping on the accelerator.
I personally experienced the subject two driving test, where the instructor constantly emphasized that under no circumstances should you step on the accelerator. This is because all maneuvers in subject two, such as reverse parking and parallel parking, are low-speed operations. If you press the accelerator, the car could move too fast, making it easy to hit road markers or exceed the time limit, resulting in point deductions or even failing the test. The exam rules clearly require candidates to control speed solely through the clutch's semi-engagement, ensuring the car moves smoothly. I remember a friend during practice who, in a rush, stepped on the accelerator, lost control of the speed, and was ruled as violating the regulations, wasting one test opportunity. So my advice is to focus on coordinating the clutch and brake, avoid touching the accelerator, and practice low-speed control several times before the test. Passing steadily isn’t difficult.
