Will touching the line during reverse parking in Subject 2 result in penalty points?

[Millard]

Touching the line means the vehicle body crosses the line, which results in a 100-point deduction and failure of the current test. Other actions that also result in a 100-point deduction include crossing the line, failing to enter the parking space, stopping midway, not following the prescribed route or sequence, and exceeding the time limit. The total score for both subjects is 100 points, with evaluation criteria set for failure, 20-point deduction, 10-point deduction, and 5-point deduction. The rules for the Subject 2 driving test state that any of the following actions will result in failure: stopping or rolling back midway, not following the voice prompts, wheels crossing the line, or the vehicle body touching the line. Many learners encounter line-crossing issues during Subject 2 practice, and "touching the line" is the most common reason for failure. The main cause of wheel line-crossing is not mastering the correct timing for steering. Besides missing the steering timing, another reason could be that the steering speed does not match the vehicle speed. Subject 2 penalty point standards: Not wearing a seatbelt: 100-point deduction. Starting the engine without the gear in neutral: 100-point deduction. Not using turn signals (including starting, lane changing, overtaking, turning, and parking); using turn signals for less than three seconds (this is easily overlooked!); forgetting to turn off turn signals or using them incorrectly: 10-point deduction. Stalling once: 10-point deduction. Reverse parking: Not following the prescribed route sequence: 100-point deduction. Vehicle body crossing the line: 100-point deduction. Failing to enter the parking space: 100-point deduction. Before reversing, not ensuring both front wheels pass the control line: 100-point deduction. Exceeding the 210-second time limit: 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Slope parking and starting: After stopping, if the front bumper is not aligned with the pole line and exceeds 50 cm: 100-point deduction. After stopping, if the front bumper is not aligned with the pole line but does not exceed 50 cm: 10-point deduction. After stopping, if the starting time exceeds 30 seconds: 100-point deduction. Wheels touching the road edge line while driving: 100-point deduction. Rolling back more than 30 cm when starting: 100-point deduction. After stopping, if the vehicle body is more than 50 cm from the road edge line: 100-point deduction. After parking, not tightening the parking brake: 10-point deduction per occurrence. After stopping, if the vehicle body is more than 30 cm but less than 50 cm from the road edge line: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Rolling back more than 10 cm but less than 30 cm when starting: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Parallel parking: After parking, if the vehicle body crosses the line: 100-point deduction. Not using or incorrectly using turn signals when entering the parking space: 10-point deduction. Exceeding the 90-second time limit: 100-point deduction. Touching the parking space edge line while driving: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Wheels touching the lane edge line while driving: 10-point deduction per occurrence. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. 90-degree turn: Wheels touching the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Not using or incorrectly using turn signals during the turn, or not turning them off after the turn: 10-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 5-point deduction per occurrence. Curve driving: Wheels touching the road edge line: 100-point deduction. Stopping for more than 2 seconds midway: 100-point deduction. Not driving in second gear or higher: 5-point deduction.

[DeKai]

In the subject two reverse parking test, if the car body touches the line, points will be deducted, and it directly results in a 100-point deduction causing test failure. I remember when I first took the driving test, due to nervousness, I failed to control the speed properly, and the car body slightly touched the line, leading to immediate failure by the examiner. Touching the line refers to any part of the car body pressing or exceeding the boundary line of the parking space, indicating inaccurate vehicle position control. The test rules are designed this way to ensure safe driving skills and avoid scraping the garage or other obstacles during actual reversing. Now sharing with everyone: during practice, reverse slowly, maintain a stable speed, and frequently check the rearview mirror to align with the parking space angle, which can easily prevent such mistakes. During the test, mindset is crucial—don’t rush the movements, precision is key.

[VonAdaline]

Body sweeping the line during the reverse parking in Subject 2 will definitely result in point deductions, usually leading to a full 100-point deduction and failing the test. Having taught driving for many years, common reasons include beginners turning the steering wheel too early or too late, or driving too fast to brake in time. Sweeping the line indicates the vehicle hasn't fully entered the parking position and must be strictly avoided. During practice, it's essential to identify reference points, such as observing the distance between the rear of the car and the line in the rearview mirror, while maintaining a steady speed when reversing. If sweeping occurs, it's often due to nervousness or lack of proficiency, so it's recommended to simulate test scenarios more frequently. In terms of driving habits, remember that if the body projection exceeds the boundary, it's considered unqualified. Always anticipate the turning angle in advance to avoid test failure affecting your mood.

[Rita]

In the Subject 2 driving test, if the car body touches the line during reverse parking, points will be deducted, and failing by 100 points means failure. I was really worried about this when I took the test. My instructor said that even if the car body extends beyond the line without actually touching it, points will still be deducted, so I practiced reversing very slowly. Touching the line might happen if you're not aligned properly or if the steering is off. Now, I use the left rearview mirror to check the distance from the line, ensuring I'm parallel before entering the parking space. The strict test rules are meant to ensure safe driving, as touching the line can easily lead to scratches. Practice controlling your reference points more often, take your time, and while point deductions are common, they can be prevented.