Can a 16-year-old learn to drive and get a driver's license?

[StRyan]

16-year-olds cannot learn to drive or obtain a driver's license. Below is an explanation regarding driver's licenses: 1. Introduction: A driver's license (full name: motor vehicle driver's license), also known as a "driving license," is a document issued by the government's transportation department to individuals who meet the qualifications for driving, typically in the form of a card. 2. Requirements: To obtain a driver's license, one must meet the minimum age requirement and pass a driving test. The license usually specifies the types of motor vehicles the holder is permitted to drive, such as motorcycles, passenger cars, trucks, buses, etc. 3. Content: The test subjects include three items: traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, and road driving (including safe and civilized driving).

[LaElias]

From a legal perspective, our country has clear regulations that 16-year-olds cannot obtain a car driver's license. The minimum age for a car driver's license is 18, as clearly stated in the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses.' However, there is an exception: if you want to ride a motorcycle, you can obtain a D, E, or F license. For example, a lightweight motorcycle license can be obtained at 16. I have a younger cousin who got his motorcycle license last year, but it's important to note that some regions may require parental accompaniment. If you're really eager to drive, I suggest using these two years to study traffic regulations and practice balance control on a bicycle in open spaces, as safety should always come first.

[KathrynFitz]

From a parent's perspective, it's really not appropriate for a 16-year-old to learn driving. My child kept pestering me about it recently, but car steering wheels are heavy and require quick reactions, while teenagers' bones and muscles are still developing. Studies show that young drivers have twice the accident rate of those over 25, so there's good reason for legal age restrictions. However, if they're eager to get familiar with driving, I'd take my child to a karting track to practice steering or use driving simulation software to learn traffic rules. Actually, learning to drive two years later often leads to quicker mastery. With bike-sharing being so convenient nowadays, there's really no need to rush to get behind the wheel.

[OWeston]

I'm just a 17-year-old student who really wanted to learn to drive last year. The driving school instructor directly told me that I have to be 18 to apply for a car license, but I could get a motorcycle license at 16. After considering, I decided to wait a bit longer, especially since it's quite convenient to get around by subway and shared bikes now, and I just call a ride-hailing service when it rains. I did finish practicing all the subject one test questions on the driving test app though, and I can score over 90 in mock exams. I’ve also practiced moving forward and backward in my family car at a park parking lot, with my dad guiding me from the passenger seat. Anyway, I’ll sign up right after my birthday next year, and for now, I’m saving up more pocket money for the tuition.

[Young]

From the perspective of the driver training industry, we often encounter parents bringing their 16-year-old children for consultations. I always make it clear that the legal driving age is 18, but I recommend doing three things in advance: First, download the official driving test app to practice questions—there are over 1,700 questions for Subject 1. Second, improve physical coordination, such as playing basketball to enhance reflexes. Third, observe lane-changing habits of vehicles on the road more often. What worries me most is young learners rushing to drive. One student came to learn right after turning 18 but failed the Subject 2 test four times in a row due to impatience. As people get older, their ability to control emotions improves, naturally making driving lessons more efficient.