Can a manual transmission driver's license drive an automatic transmission car?

[StMariana]

A manual transmission driver's license can drive an automatic transmission car. The vehicle types permitted by a C1 driver's license include: small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles, and light, small, and micro special operation vehicles. Other permitted vehicle types: C2, C3, C4. A C2 driver's license is for automatic transmission vehicles. Here is additional information: 1. A manual transmission license can drive an automatic transmission car, but an automatic transmission license cannot drive a manual transmission car. 2. Driving an automatic transmission car is simpler than a manual transmission because there is no clutch, and the transmission automatically shifts gears. To reverse in an automatic car, simply press the brake, shift to R gear, and release the brake. To start, press the brake, shift to D gear, and release the handbrake and foot brake.

[RicardoLynn]

I got a manual transmission C1 driver's license myself, and driving the family's automatic Toyota is no problem at all. The regulations clearly state that a C1 license allows driving automatic transmission compact cars, so there's absolutely no need to worry. When preparing for the manual license test, I had to practice hill starts and clutch-throttle coordination, which was actually much more challenging than automatic transmission. Automatic cars don't even have a clutch pedal, making the operation considerably simpler. Normally, with an automatic, you just shift to D and step on the gas - it's way less tiring than manual in traffic jams. However, it's important to note that while driving an automatic with a manual license is legal, the reverse - using an automatic-only C2 license to drive a manual - is against the law.

[PresleyFitz]

My driving instructor once said that obtaining a manual transmission C1 driver's license is like getting a master key, as it's completely compliant to drive an automatic transmission car. From an automotive design perspective, automatic transmissions eliminate the clutch and gear lever, making the operation logic even simpler. The core skills you mastered while learning manual transmission—steering, braking, checking mirrors—remain fully applicable. The only change is that your right hand no longer needs to shift gears frequently. Most family cars on the road are automatic transmission, which makes driving much easier. Of course, remember to follow traffic rules and don't get careless with speeding just because driving automatic is simpler.

[MargaretDella]

Of course you can drive an automatic car with a manual transmission license. When I took the C1 test, I learned on a manual transmission car, but both cars at home are automatic. After driving for so many years, I found that the biggest advantage of automatic transmission is in urban traffic jams—your right foot doesn't need to frequently press the clutch, and your left foot is completely free. The automatic transmission dashboard has gears like P/R/N/D, which are much simpler and more intuitive than the 1-5 gears of a manual transmission. Just be careful not to stomp on the accelerator when starting the car, as automatic transmissions have a slight response delay.