What time to arrive at the test center for Subject 4?
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Arrive at the test center by 8 AM for Subject 4. Main test content: The main content includes: requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, knowledge of safe driving under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations like tire blowouts, and post-accident handling procedures. Retake instructions: If you fail Subject 4, you do not need to retake previously passed subjects (Subject 1, Subject 2, Subject 3). You can schedule a retake on your own, and no additional fees are required for the retake. There are no scheduling restrictions for the safe and civilized driving theory test, but the driving skill test permit is valid for three years. If the applicant fails to complete the test within the validity period, the scores of any passed subjects will become invalid.
Last year when I was taking the fourth driving test, my instructor always reminded me to arrive early at the exam center and not cut it close. Arriving at least thirty minutes early is the safest bet—for example, if the test started at 8:30, I’d be there by 8:00. This way, I could handle check-in smoothly and even review mock questions on the app. The fourth test covers safe and civilized driving, including real-road reactions like drunk driving risks or braking distances in the rain, which aren’t just about rote memorization. Arriving early helps adjust your mindset, so you can draw on your driving experience when answering. Once, I saw someone arrive late, and the examiner outright refused them entry, forcing them to reschedule—a huge hassle. I’ve developed a habit of punctuality in daily driving, and this test is the foundation—don’t take it lightly and risk bigger delays. Exam centers get crowded, and queuing takes time, so go early to grab a seat and relax with a few deep breaths.
