Can a Large Vehicle License Drive Small Cars?
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Large vehicle licenses can drive small cars. However, small car licenses cannot drive large vehicles. For holders of Class A licenses, authorized to drive large passenger vehicles: Those aged 26 or above can apply to upgrade to a large passenger vehicle license (Class A1); those aged 24 or above can apply to upgrade to a heavy or medium-duty full trailer or semi-trailer combination (Class A2); those aged 21 or above can apply to upgrade to a city bus license for vehicles carrying 10 or more passengers (Class A3). For holders of Class B licenses, authorized to drive large trucks: Those aged 24 or above can apply to upgrade to a heavy or medium-duty full trailer or semi-trailer combination (Class A2); those aged 21 or above can apply to upgrade to a medium passenger vehicle license (Class B1) or a heavy or medium-duty truck license, including large, heavy, or medium-duty specialized operation vehicles (Class B2).
I've been driving heavy trucks for cargo transportation for many years. People often ask me if I can drive a sedan, and the answer is absolutely yes! When I got my driver's license, I obtained a commercial license, which directly includes the qualification to drive small cars. Switching from a large vehicle to a small one does require some adaptation, such as the lighter steering wheel and less heavy feeling while driving, but the field of vision is narrower. I remember when I first test-drove a small car to the supermarket, I turned too quickly and almost scraped something. Overall, the skills are transferable, and you'll get used to it after driving a few more times. The driver's license regulations allow drivers of higher-class vehicles to operate lower-class ones, reducing the learning burden. Safety first—when switching vehicles, stay alert, familiarize yourself with the car's condition, and don't rush recklessly.
