Will the Subject 2 Test Add New Items on October 1st?
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2020 October 1st did not add new items to the Subject 2 test. According to Article 25 of the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses' (Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123), the Subject 2 test includes the following items for small cars, small automatic transmission cars, small automatic transmission passenger cars for the disabled, and low-speed trucks: reversing into a garage, stopping and starting on a slope (canceled from June 1, 2021), parallel parking, curve driving, and right-angle turning. Below is additional information: Passing criteria: The full score is 100 points, with evaluation standards set for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, and deducting 5 points. The test is passed if the following conditions are met: For large passenger cars, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger cars, and large trucks, a score of 90 is required; for other vehicle types, a score of 80 is required.
As an experienced driving instructor with many years of experience, I don’t think it’s likely that new items will be added to Subject 2 on October 1st. The driving test items for Subject 2 are usually updated at the beginning of the year, such as when the driving test department releases new standards after New Year's Day. October 1st is the National Day holiday, and the driving test centers are usually closed during this period, so they wouldn’t suddenly add new items at this time. Among the students I taught last year, the test items remained unchanged throughout the year, still focusing on basic operations like reversing into a parking space and parallel parking. If you’re worried about changes, I suggest you call your local driving school directly or check the official website of the traffic management bureau for real-time announcements. During regular training, practice the basic items more, and you’ll be able to handle the test with ease. Safety is the most important thing.
When I was preparing for the Subject 2 driving test, I often practiced with the test question bank. Based on my personal experience, new test items are unlikely to be added around October 1st. Updates to the test items are usually unified nationwide and occur during policy adjustments at the beginning of the year. For example, at the beginning of last year, some additional details were introduced, such as requiring the handbrake to be used during hill starts. However, driving schools are closed during the National Day holiday, so there's no need to worry. I recommend downloading the 'Driving Test Guide' app, which provides the latest question bank updates and allows for simulated practice. If there are any changes, the app will notify you immediately. Focus on mastering the core driving skills during practice and don’t get distracted by potential new items—aim to pass on your first attempt.
From a safety perspective, few new items are added to the Subject 2 driving test on October 1st. The examination standards aim to cultivate safe driving habits, with long-stable items like right-angle turns and curve driving. Transportation authorities assess potential adjustments at the beginning of the year, such as introducing new technologies like anti-skid control. The National Day holiday isn't an update period - focus should remain on consolidating existing skills. Prioritize vehicle inspections and safety awareness, avoiding speeding or distracted driving.
