Are both hands required on the steering wheel for the road test?

Question

I know this seems like a silly question to ask , I'm more comfortable driving a car with just one hand . And I don't know if the instructor will take off points if I drive with one hand instead of both of my hands. By the way I live in Pennsylvania.

Answer 1

I believe in your handbook is says to keep both hands on the steering wheel, I'd do it to make a good impression.. Best of Luck

Answer 2

That's not a silly question, That's how I prefer to drive as well. I live in California and I know for sure, in this state, that you must drive with both hands on the steering wheel (10&2) while taking your driving test at the DMV. I'm not sure what the point deductions are or whether or not that would count as an automatic fail. There are several ways to get an automatic fail, one of them being call a "dangerous maneuver." Not having both hands on the wheel, might be considered a dangerous maneuver. I recommend calling your state DMV and just ask them and see what they say, you can just remain anonymous. Here's the number:800-932-4600, you may want to also try www.dmv.org
GOOD LUCK! I'm sure you'll do fine!

Answer 3

well i live in britain but i think safe driving is pretty much the same all over , when you let go of the steering to allow it as you say to recover you are no longer "in control of the vehicle " hands must be on the wheel at all times , as you steer in so you also steer out of your turn even though you had hold of the wheel when driving the vehicle can still drift right and left due to steering control play so you must anticipate the movement your car is making and correct said drift when you say judgement at junctions i can only assume you got in someones way or you had pulled up too soon /late either way i can't really say and i don't know what the driving examiner was seeing at the time -------------- hope all this helps , pass next time and send me a thank you . all the best

Answer 4

I took my driving test in Ohio. I know there you have to drive with your hands at either 10 and 2, or 9 and 3, except when you are turning or whatever. So yes, you need to use both hands. Also they will fail you if they see you grab the wheel from the inside. Your palms have to stay on the outside of the wheel. And you're not supposed to steer by pointing your finger out and steering with one finger either.

Answer 5

Yes, both hands are required for the test. I got my drivers license in Maryland, where the hands are supposed to be in the "8 and 4" positions. They will take points off if both hands are not on the wheel, because it is considered a "rule" that both hands be on.

(I, like you, am also more comfortable driving with just one hand.)

Answer 6

you need both hands, most states say 10 and 2 and some say 3 and 9, yeah points will be taken off if you slip and start driving with one.

Answer 7

Don't sweat it. If you put both hands on the wheel, how will you dial your cell phone? Plus, you would have to put your drink down, too. Personally, I would put the celly in my right, my Coke in my left hand, and drive with my knees. That would really show the examiner you have skills.

Answer 8

Yes, both hands are required, in the 10 and 2 o'clock positions, as are seatbelts, using signals, etc. You will lose points if you drive with one hand.

Answer 9

You are supposed to have both hands on the wheel especially while in testing!

Answer 10

Not only is it required, the instructor will be watching that you have full control over the steering process.