Will the Driving Test (Subject Two) Be Conducted in the Rain?
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Subject Two driving test will still be conducted even if it rains, as it is not affected by weather conditions. Related information: 1. Introduction: Subject Two, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. It refers to the field driving skills test. For small vehicles (C1/C2), the test items include reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curve)—five mandatory items (some regions may include a sixth item, highway toll card collection). 2. Expansion: For large vehicles (A1/A2/A3/B1/B2), the test items include pole parking, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, crossing a single-plank bridge, curve driving, right-angle turns, passing through a narrow gate, navigating continuous obstacles, driving on bumpy roads, making U-turns on narrow roads, as well as simulations of highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rainy (foggy) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
I just passed my Subject 2 driving test last month. It was drizzling that day, but the test center didn’t cancel the exam. They said as long as it wasn’t a heavy rainstorm or thunderstorm, the test would proceed as usual. I think taking the test on a rainy day is quite challenging—the rearview mirrors get blurry, the ground becomes slippery, and it’s easy to cross the line during reverse parking. That day, my friend almost hit a pole due to nervousness. If you encounter rainy weather, I recommend arriving early to adapt to the environment, bringing a cloth to wipe the mirrors, and staying calm. After all, the examiners understand the impact of weather conditions. Practice more in rainy conditions during your usual training to get familiar with the wipers and brake sensitivity—safety comes first. Ultimately, passing Subject 2 isn’t about the weather but how well you’ve practiced daily.
