Can a B1 Driver's License Drive a 7-Meter, 10-Seater Vehicle?
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B1 driver's license cannot drive a 7-meter, 10-seater vehicle. Additional information is as follows: 1. B1 driver's license: The permitted vehicle type for a B1 license is a medium-sized passenger vehicle, defined as not exceeding 6 meters in length with a rated passenger capacity of 10 (including) or more. 2. Small car C1: Small and micro passenger vehicles, as well as light and micro cargo vehicles, light and micro special operation vehicles, with a vehicle length of less than 6m and a passenger capacity of 9 or fewer. 3. Small automatic transmission car C2: Small and micro automatic transmission passenger vehicles and light and micro automatic transmission cargo vehicles, with a vehicle length of 3.5m or less and an engine cylinder total displacement of 1 liter or less.
A B1 driver's license generally does not allow driving a 7-meter-long 10-seater vehicle, as per Chinese regulations. The B1 license permits driving passenger vehicles with a length not exceeding 6 meters and seating no more than 9 passengers. A 7-meter 10-seater vehicle likely falls under the category of large buses, which requires an A1 license. I've been driving for many years, and many of my friends often make this mistake, thinking that if their license allows them to drive small passenger vehicles, they can drive all similar vehicles. As a result, they get caught by traffic police, facing fines, point deductions, and potential impacts on insurance claims. In reality, larger vehicles are harder to control, with more blind spots when turning, making them particularly risky for inexperienced drivers. It's advisable to check the vehicle's registration certificate, which specifies the permitted driving type. If unsure, visit the vehicle management office for clarification. Upgrading to an A1 license isn't too troublesome—safety should always come first, so don't cut corners and suffer the consequences. Additionally, when choosing a vehicle, match it to your license and driving ability.
