Will I fail the subject 2 test if I don't wear gloves?
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No, generally it's optional to wear gloves, there's no mandatory requirement. Below is relevant introduction about subject 2 test content and requirements: Main contents: Reverse parking, right-angle turns, curve driving, parallel parking, slope parking and starting. Each candidate has 2 attempts per test session. If both attempts fail, you need to wait 10 days before reapplying. Deduction standards: Not wearing seatbelt: deduct 100 points; Gear not in neutral when starting engine: deduct 100 points; Not using turn signals (including starting, lane changing, overtaking, turning, or pulling over); Turn signal not activated for over 3 seconds; Forgetting to turn off turn signals or incorrect use of turn signals: deduct 10 points; Stalling once: deduct 10 points.
When I took the driving test (Subject 2) last year, I also hesitated about wearing gloves. I specifically checked the exam rules and found no requirement to wear them. Failing was mainly due to operational mistakes like hitting lines while reversing, stalling on hill starts, or not checking mirrors. It rained on my test day, but I didn’t wear gloves—the examiner only cared about precise maneuvers, smooth actions, and safe stops. Gloves might help grip the wheel better in cold weather, but they’re not a scoring factor. Overthinking this can cause unnecessary stress; focus instead on practicing actual maneuvers and routes. Remember, the core of the test is skill proficiency, not gear—most people I know who passed didn’t wear gloves. Don’t let small things distract you; concentrate on clearing each section properly.
