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The content of this guide will be updated on a timely basis. For the latest version, please visit the website [of Transport Department: www.td.gov.hk](of Transport Department: www.td.gov.hk) (Publications and Press Releases > Publications > Free Publications) . If there is any discrepancy between the hardcopy and the online version, the online version shall prevail.  \n2. This guide is designed for reference only, and has no legal bindings on driving test.  \nTABLE OF CONTENTS  \nPage  \nINTRODUCTION 3  \nPART I TEST VEHICLE AND PARKING MANOEUVRING 4 AREA REQUIREMENTS  \nSpecific Requirements 4  \nGeneral Requirements 4  \nParking Manoeuvring Area and Layout 4  \nOthers 5  \nPART II TESTING PROCEDURES & INFORMATION TO NOTE 6  \nBasic Requirements of the Test 6  \nDocuments and Papers Presented for the Test 7  \nVision Test 7  \nPART III POINTS TO NOTE ON DRIVING FOR CANDIDATES 8  \nPreparation before Moving Off 8  \nDriving Manoeuvres and Control of Speed 8  \nJudging Car Distance 8  \nOvertaking 9  \nHazard Recognition 9  \nRoundabouts and Junctions 9  \nTraffic Signs / Traffic Lights / Directions of Authorized Traffic 9  \nControllers  \nTraffic Lanes 10  \nThe Stopping Rule 10  \nRoad Courtesy 10  \nReversing and Parking Manoeuvres 10  \nDe-Coupling and Re-Coupling Procedures 10  \nOral Test relating to Safe Driving 11  \nGear Changing Exercise 11  \nUse of Mirrors 11  \nPART IV OTHERS 12  \nTest Routes 12  \nDangerous Driving / Inadequate Control 12  \nMethods of Recording Driving Errors 12  \nTest Form and Record of Result 12  \nApplication for Driving Licence by Successful Candidates and 13  \nApplication for a Second Test by Unsuccessful Candidates  \nAppendix Braking System and Safe Driving 16  \nIntroduction 16  \nBraking System 16  \nPower-assisted Braking System 16  \nSafety Precaution 17  \nThe Use of Parking Brake (Handbrake) 17  \nRunning Down Slopes 17  \nUse of Exhaust Brake 17  \nSkilful Driving 17  \nSupplementary Sketch 18  \nINTRODUCTION  \nThe articulated vehicle driving tests aim at assessing candidates’ driving ability, and ensuring that in future the candidates will drive safely and properly, acquire good traffic knowledge and give due consideration to other road users.  \nThe Driving Examiner will carry out the driving test in accordance with the contents of this Guide and will handle situations that are not described here by applying his profound experience and sound judgment in driving.  \nPARTI TEST VEHICLE AND PARKING MANOEUVRING AREA REQUIREMENTS  \nSpecific Requirements  \nCandidates who pass their driving tests with test vehicles which do not meet the specific requirements listed below will only be given, upon application, restricted full driving licences allowing them to drive vehicles of the same class but with permitted length that are the same as or less than those of the test vehicles: –  \nTractive unit: a specially designed medium goods vehicle.  \nLength and Width of Trailer:  \nLength – from 6.00 metres to 12.10 metres  \nWidth – not less than 2.40 metres  \nTrailers equipped with other special accessories may also be regarded as conforming to the required standard. However, candidates should seek prior approval from the Driving Services Section of the Transport Department according to individual situation as soon as possible. If the subject trailer could meet the above requirement, it will be issued with a written approval by the Driving Services Section.  \nGeneral Requirements  \nVehicles that do not meet the following general requirements will NOT be accepted for the purpose of driving test: –  \n(A) The test vehicle must be in good mechanical order with the steering wheel fitted to the offside and the handbrake can be easily accessed by the Driving  \nExaminer.  \n(B) The test vehicle must be insured to cover third party risks (including driving test purpose) .  \n(C) The test vehicle must have a valid vehicle licence that must be displayed on","cbCaihPiuCfhLUiu","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihPiuCfhLUiu","pdf",623546,"English","# Introduction\n# Part I Test Vehicle and Parking Manoeuvring Area Requirements\n## Specific Requirements\n## General Requirements\n## Parking Manoeuvring Area and Layout\n# Part II Testing Procedures & Information to Note\n## Basic Requirements of the Test\n## Documents and Papers Presented for the Test\n## Vision Test\n# Part III Points to Note on Driving for Candidates\n## Preparation before Moving Off\n## Driving Manoeuvres and Control of Speed\n# Part IV Others","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the articulated vehicle driving tests?\",\"answer\":\"The tests assess candidates’ driving ability and ensure future safe and proper driving, including good traffic knowledge and consideration for other road users.\"},{\"question\":\"What happens if the test vehicle does not meet specific requirements?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates may receive restricted full driving licences, upon application, allowing driving of vehicles of the same class with permitted length that are the same as or less than those of the test vehicles.\"},{\"question\":\"Which general vehicle conditions must be met for the test?\",\"answer\":\"The test vehicle must be in good mechanical order, properly positioned with mirrors, insured for third-party risks, have valid vehicle licence display, include required gearbox speeds, and be equipped with an air braking system.\"}]","Guide to Articulated Vehicle Driving Test - Driving Services Section - For Candidates’ Attention | PDF",48]