
No new test items were added to the Subject 2 test in 2021. To better align with actual driving needs, several convenience measures for the driving test will be implemented on June 1, 2021, as follows: Reduced items: The 'slope fixed-point parking and starting' item will be removed from the Subject 2 test for small automatic transmission vehicle licenses, reducing the test content from the original 5 items to 4. Shortened intervals: The waiting period for scheduling the Subject 3 test will be shortened. For small automatic transmission vehicle licenses, the interval after passing Subject 1 will be reduced from 30 days to 20 days; for large and medium-sized passenger and truck licenses, it will be reduced from 40 days to 30 days. Adjusted frequency: For applicants of small vehicle licenses, the number of times the test location can be changed for cross-regional subject tests has been increased from 1 to no more than 3 times. Optimized proxy service process for driver's licenses: This includes setting up dedicated service windows or green channels for the elderly, allowing them to have relatives or friends handle driver's license services through the Traffic Management 12123 platform on their behalf, and eliminating the need for paper authorization documents for proxy license replacement or renewal services.

When I was learning to drive at the driving school, I specifically paid attention to this matter. In 2021, the nationwide driving test (Subject 2) did not uniformly add new items. However, big cities like Shanghai had already included additional items such as narrow road U-turns and parking for toll cards on their own. The policies of local vehicle management offices vary. For example, in our area, it's still the traditional five items: reverse parking, parallel parking, S-curve driving, right-angle turns, and hill starts. If you're planning to enroll, the most accurate way is to directly ask the front desk of the local driving school—they have the latest exam list in their computer. Don't just rely on online rumors; it's most reliable to go there in person.


