Can You Wear Sunglasses During the Subject 2 Driving Test?
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You cannot wear sunglasses during the Subject 2 driving test. Below is relevant information about the Subject 2 test: I. Precautions before entering the test area: 1. Bring your original ID card. 2. Wearing slippers, high heels, or colored sunglasses is prohibited. 3. Loud noise is prohibited. 4. Sign the score sheet after passing the test. II. Test precautions: 1. Ensure there are no facial obstructions during the photo, such as scarves, masks, or hats. 2. Present your ID card to the examiner when entering the vehicle, adjust the seat, turn on the left turn signal, fasten the seat belt, release the handbrake, and enter the test area only after hearing that identity verification is successful. 3. If the vehicle ahead is performing reverse parking, wait outside the arrow until the vehicle ahead proceeds to the parallel parking section before starting your test. 4. Align with the reference point ahead during parallel parking, avoid touching the solid lines on both sides, and maintain a distance of 20-50 cm between the right wheel and the parking line. 5. For the curve driving section, wait until the vehicle ahead has exited before entering the test area. If there is a vehicle ahead, wait outside the arrow.
I have participated in multiple invigilation sessions for Subject 2 driving tests and noticed that candidates are generally not allowed to wear sunglasses unless under special circumstances, such as with a medical certificate. Examiners typically require candidates to remove sunglasses before the test as they may obstruct vision or affect judgment of details like reversing into a parking space. For instance, last summer, a candidate wearing dark sunglasses failed the test because they couldn't clearly see the markings and crossed the line. Test environments usually have controlled indoor lighting, and sun visors can be used as an alternative when sunlight is glaring. Safety is paramount, and vision checks require either naked eyes or prescription glasses—sunglasses make it difficult for examiners to confirm if the candidate is focused on the operation. In short, the test evaluates core driving skills, and additional gear only increases risks. Consulting the test center manual is the safest approach.
