Can I Bring a Turned-Off Phone into the Car for Subject 2 Test?
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Mobile phones are not allowed during the driving test. Generally, before entering the examination area, the safety officer will ask candidates to store their phones in a safe deposit box. For the Subject 2 test, if a candidate fails the first attempt, they are allowed one retake. If the candidate does not participate in the retake or fails the retake, the current test session will be terminated, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skill test permit, the number of scheduled tests for Subject 2 and Subject 3 (road driving skills) must not exceed five times. If the fifth scheduled test is still failed, the results of other subjects that have been passed will be invalidated. Notes for Subject 2 Test: After entering the waiting hall, candidates should abide by the examination rules, refrain from making noise or wandering around. If they need to leave temporarily during the waiting period, they must apply to the staff for departure registration. After getting into the car, quickly adjust the seat and rearview mirror, fasten the seat belt, and verify fingerprints once everything is ready. Follow the voice prompts to enter the corresponding test lane. Introduction to the content and requirements of Subject 2 Test: The main contents include reversing into a garage, turning at a right angle, driving on a curve, parallel parking, and stopping and starting on a slope. Each candidate has two attempts per test session. If both attempts fail, the candidate must wait ten days before rescheduling the test. The deduction criteria are as follows: Not wearing a seat belt: deduct 100 points; Starting the engine without the gear in neutral: deduct 100 points; Not using the turn signal (including starting, changing lanes, overtaking, turning, and parking by the roadside); Turn signal not used for more than three seconds; Forgetting to turn off the turn signal or using it incorrectly: deduct 10 points; Stalling once: deduct 10 points.
I've been teaching driving courses for several years, and students often ask if they can bring a turned-off phone into the Category 2 test. According to standard procedures, no electronic devices are allowed in the exam vehicle, even if they're switched off. Examiners strictly enforce this rule primarily to prevent cheating—for instance, if a phone suddenly rings or triggers a sensor, it could be judged as a distraction or misconduct. The exam car has limited space, and maneuvers like reverse parking require intense focus. Having a phone in hand might subconsciously divert your attention, increasing the risk of mistakes. I recommend storing your phone in a locker outside the test area or locking it in your car beforehand. Once, I saw a student insist on bringing their phone, only to be stopped by the examiner and disqualified on the spot—wasting both the registration fee and delaying progress. Safety and fairness come first; focused driving is the key to passing.
