Can a C3 driver's license drive low-speed electric vehicles?
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C3 driver's license can drive low-speed electric vehicles. C1: Small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles, light and mini special operation vehicles, with a vehicle length less than 6m and seating capacity no more than 9 people. C2: Small and mini automatic transmission passenger vehicles and light and mini automatic transmission cargo vehicles, with a vehicle length no more than 3.5m and total engine cylinder displacement no more than 1 liter. C3: Low-speed cargo vehicles (originally four-wheel agricultural transport vehicles, light cargo vehicles, with a vehicle length less than 6m and total mass less than 4500kg). C4: Three-wheeled vehicles (originally three-wheeled agricultural transport vehicles, mini cargo vehicles - vehicle length no more than 3.5m, total mass no more than 1800kg). M: Wheeled self-propelled machinery vehicles.
I've been thinking about vehicles, specifically the C3 driver's license, which is designated for operating low-speed cargo vehicles like small tractors or agricultural machinery. Low-speed electric vehicles actually don't fall under the cargo category - according to traffic regulations, you'd need a C1 or C2 license for those. Let me share my experience: last year my neighbor got his C3 license thinking he could drive his elderly mobility scooter, but traffic police stopped him, deducted points and fined him 200 yuan. For these electric vehicles, you must have the proper license - it's best to upgrade to a C2 license by taking time to test at driving school, it's safer and more convenient. Never risk driving without proper credentials, as insurance won't cover accidents in such cases. Understanding vehicle classifications properly can save you a lot of trouble, I think.
