Is chewing gum allowed during Subject 2 test?
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Chewing gum is allowed during the Subject 2 test, as there are no specific legal provisions explicitly prohibiting it. About Subject 2: Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. It refers to the field driving skills test. For small vehicles (C1/C2), the test items include five mandatory components: reverse parking, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-turns). Some regions may include a sixth item: highway card collection. For large vehicles (A1/A2/A3/B1/B2), the test items include pole test, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turns, passing through a narrow gate, passing through continuous obstacles, driving on bumpy roads, narrow road U-turns, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
Whether you can chew gum during the Subject 2 driving test usually depends on the specific rules of your driving school. Having taken the test multiple times and trained many students, I've noticed that many places tacitly allow it—as long as it doesn't interfere with your operation. Chewing gum might help ease nerves during the test; I've seen students who did so actually focus better on turns. However, if the examiner thinks you're distracted—like chewing too loudly or exhaling frequently—they may remind you to stop. Safety comes first. While the test manual doesn't explicitly ban gum, it's wise to avoid greasy foods to prevent slippery hands or discomfort. Developing good habits during practice is ideal—don't let small things derail your performance. Before the test, check with your instructor or try chewing gum yourself to see how it feels. If the test center has clear restrictions, just follow the rules.
