Can a C1 driver's license be used to drive an automatic transmission car?
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C1 driver's license can be used to drive automatic transmission cars. The following is relevant information about C1 driver's license: 1. The C1 driver's license is one type of driver's license code. It allows driving small and mini passenger cars, light and mini cargo vehicles, and light, small, and mini special operation vehicles. 2. The C1 driver's license test subjects include four items: traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, road driving, and safe and civilized driving common sense. 3. The C1 driver's license cannot be used to drive large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, etc. 4. Other vehicle types allowed are C2, C3, and C4.
After getting my C1 driver's license, I immediately bought an automatic transmission car and have been driving it for over two years now without any issues. The C1 license is designed for driving small vehicles, which includes both manual and automatic transmissions. Many people mistakenly believe that C1 only allows driving manual cars, possibly because driving instructors emphasize the difficulty of learning manual or due to outdated notions from experienced drivers. In reality, the law has long clearly stated that C1 covers automatic transmissions, making it completely legal. Driving an automatic in city traffic saves me a lot of effort by avoiding frequent gear shifts, and it's much easier for weekend mountain trips. If you've just obtained your C1 license, why not try an automatic car? It's simpler and safer to operate—just remember to keep up with regular maintenance and don't slack off.
