Failed Maneuverability Test in Ohio

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

As of 11/2/2020 we received this notice from the officials from the state of Ohio.

“Many BMV locations will resume in-car testing starting next week. Some locations will continue providing the closed-course testing due to continued heavy backlogs. Customers will be required to wear a mask and have their temperature before testing. In some locations it may vary between in-car testing and modified course due to conditions of the day (Weather, backlog, etc.) Customers will not get to choose what test they get to take. Customers who refuse to wear a mask or refuse to have their temperature taken will be refused service. If they have a medical condition that they cannot wear a mask, they will have to work with our HR department to request an ADA accommodation and if approved we will test them on the closed course when we are able. As of next Monday, customers who schedule for a test online will see the attached information.”

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Here is a warning to Ohio taking their road test and maneuverability test. The state of Ohio has taken some extraordinary steps to keep everyone safe during the pandemic while still providing their very important services. This means that the road test examiner will not be getting in the vehicle with you. The person you came with will be in the vehicle with you to abide by the law that requires you to have a licensed driver next to you while driving with your Temps.

The examiner will give you verbal instructions on what you are to do on the course. You will not be driving on the roads. They have set up a testing course using cones at the locations. After the examiner gives you the instructions, you are not allowed to talk to your passenger. You must listen to their instructions and follow them to the letter.

It’s a bummer, but a lot of people are not passing the test because they didn’t know this coming in. It is stressful enough doing it the way they have for decades but this new twist has been catching people off guard, making them extra nervous, and making the instructions difficult to remember. So if you have practiced remembering instructions like that you will be a lot more successful. So what I highly suggest is that you incorporate this into your driving practice. Have your licensed driver give you a set of instructions you need to follow in a parking lot. The longer the list, the more it will tax your short term memory. Your memory is like a muscle, the more you work it, the better it gets. But like muscle, it isn’t instant. You need to work at it. That is why you need to practice.

All of the Information found below is from the state of Ohio website.

DRIVER EXAMINATION STATION SKILLS TESTING RESUMES

To schedule your driving skills test, please call 877-439-8378 . Please be advised that the BMV anticipates heavy call volume for scheduling and appreciates your patience.

ALL DX locations still offer the maneuverability test, with only some of those locations offering both maneuverability and the modified in-car testing. Please be advised that the person taking the skills test must be accompanied by an adult licensed driver in the passenger seat for the entirety of the skills test, but that no additional passengers may be in the vehicle during the test. The following driver examination stations have resumed skills testing by appointment only: