Will the Driving Test (Subject 2) Be Conducted in the Rain?
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Subject 2 driving test will still be conducted even if it rains, as it is not affected by weather conditions. Relevant information: 1. Introduction: Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination, specifically the field driving skills test. For small cars (C1/C2), the test includes five mandatory items: reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving (some regions may include a sixth item, high-speed card collection). 2. Expansion: For large vehicles (A1/A2/A3/B1/B2), the test items include stake test, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, passing a single-plank bridge, curve driving, right-angle turns, passing a width-restricted gate, passing continuous obstacles, driving on bumpy roads, U-turns on narrow roads, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I've witnessed many students taking tests near driving schools, and rainy days during Subject 2 exams are quite common. Test centers usually don't cancel exams arbitrarily, as the venues are designed with rainproof measures like good drainage systems, so exams proceed as usual in light rain. However, if the rain is too heavy, during thunderstorms, or visibility drops below 50 meters, the examiner might call a halt to ensure safety. I recommend checking the weather forecast before the test, bringing an umbrella and rain shoe covers, and checking if the windshield wipers work properly before getting in the car. When driving in the rain, pay extra attention to the increased braking distance and perform reversing maneuvers more slowly. If the exam is canceled, don't worry—the test center will notify you via SMS to arrange a new time. Practice operating in the rain more to adapt to various scenarios; that's the essence of the driver's license test.
