Can I Bring My Phone into the Car During the Driving Test (Subject 3)?
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You can bring your phone during the Subject 3 driving test, but it is recommended to turn it off to avoid affecting the exam. Below are some related tips for Subject 3: 1. Starting Details: Walk around the vehicle counterclockwise from the driver's door, then return to the driver's door. Enter the car, adjust the seat, fasten the seatbelt, lightly press the accelerator to check if the dashboard is normal, and then apply for the Subject 3 test. 2. Brake Usage: To control the speed, remember to release the accelerator and gently press the brake. The key is to familiarize yourself with the vehicle and build confidence, as well as develop knowledge and ability to respond to road conditions. Stay calm and handle situations properly. 3. Smooth Driving Techniques: When shifting gears, to ensure smooth driving, accelerate by pressing the accelerator, then use only the right foot on the accelerator, press the clutch, and shift gears sequentially without skipping gears.
Before my driving test (Subject 3), my instructor repeatedly warned that phones were strictly prohibited in the vehicle. The entire examination emphasizes focused driving without distractions. Staff required all electronic devices to be stored in the waiting area's lockers beforehand - otherwise it counts as a violation. The test center's rules aim to prevent examinees from relying on phone navigation or getting distracted by notifications. If a ringtone suddenly goes off mid-test, you might jerk the steering wheel incorrectly, compromising safety maneuvers, and the examiner would immediately terminate the test - forcing you to retrain from scratch. I've witnessed other candidates who brought phones encounter mishaps, losing points unfairly on the spot. So my advice: Wear simple clothes with empty pockets on exam day, leave your fully charged phone at home (or store it properly beforehand), bring only your ID, and concentrate fully on driving techniques. Don't let trivial matters ruin your opportunity.
