Can a C2 Driver's License Drive a Lamborghini Sports Car?
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Can a C2 driver's license drive a Lamborghini sports car? Below are the relevant details: 1. C2 driver's license: Typically refers to a C2 driving license, which permits driving small and micro passenger vehicles, as well as light and micro automatic transmission cargo vehicles. Compared to a C1 license, the range of vehicles allowed by a C2 license is somewhat narrower, limited to its own permitted vehicle types and those allowed by a C5 driving license. 2. Vehicles not permitted by a C1 driving license: Large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, regular three-wheeled motorcycles, regular two-wheeled motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams.
I often get asked by friends whether a C2 driver's license can be used to drive sports cars. Actually, the key factor is the transmission type. A C2 license is specifically for automatic transmission vehicles, meaning you can only drive automatic cars. Most new Lamborghini models nowadays are automatic, like the Huracán which uses a dual-clutch transmission—these models can be driven with a C2 license. However, some older flagship models like the Aventador once had manual versions, and those would be off-limits. Honestly, before getting a driver's license, you should think carefully. Manual transmission cars are becoming increasingly rare in cities, so a C2 license is usually sufficient for daily use. But if you encounter a friend's manual sports car, you'll just have to watch enviously. Driving a supercar is quite different from driving a regular car—the throttle response is extremely sensitive. For beginners, it's best to practice in an open area first. Safety always comes first.
Last month, I accompanied my buddy to pick up a Lamborghini, and he only has a C2 driver's license. Nowadays, most supercars come with automatic transmissions, and the paddle shifters make gear changes very convenient, fully complying with the C2 license's permitted vehicle range. We specifically checked the vehicle manual and registration certificate, which clearly state it's an automatic transmission. However, it's worth noting that some classic older Lamborghini models might be manual, like the 1990s Diablo manual version, which a C2 license holder cannot drive. When driving such supercars, be mindful that the front suspension ground clearance is very low, making it easy to scrape the undercarriage over speed bumps. Additionally, the rearview mirror visibility differs from regular cars, so extra caution is needed when changing lanes.
