Can I drive after passing Subject 4 of the additional license test?
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You cannot drive after passing Subject 4 of the additional license test. Even if you've passed Subject 4, driving without physically obtaining the license is considered unlicensed driving. Definition of unlicensed driving: Unlicensed driving, as the name suggests, refers to operating a motor vehicle when the driver hasn't obtained a license, is driving a vehicle type not covered by their license class, or hasn't renewed an expired license with the corresponding valid certification. Unlicensed driving is an illegal act. Penalties for unlicensed driving: When driving a motor vehicle, the driver must carry their license at all times. Therefore, not carrying the license is a violation and subject to penalties. The handling of unlicensed driving is as follows: regardless of whether the driver committed any other traffic violations, they are prohibited from continuing to drive, and the traffic management department of the public security authority must impound the vehicle and require the driver to provide their license.
You can't drive the new vehicle right after passing Subject 4 of the additional license test! I asked my instructor the same question when I got my motorcycle endorsement. The instructor said that after passing Subject 4, the DMV needs to process the license production, and system updates usually take 1-3 days. Driving the newly endorsed vehicle type during this period is equivalent to unlicensed driving. Getting fined by traffic police is a minor issue, but it might even affect the progress of obtaining your license. My old C1 license still allowed me to drive cars as usual, but I had to wait until the new license arrived before I could ride a motorcycle. On the day I passed the test, I received a text notification, and on the third day, the courier delivered the new license, which clearly stated C1D. Only then did I dare to ride with peace of mind. So, it's best not to rush and wait a couple of days until you get your new license.
I just got my Class E license added. On the day of the subject four test, I was super excited, but the staff repeatedly emphasized that I couldn't ride a motorcycle right away. Because the system still showed my regular driver's license record, the police would know immediately if they scanned my ID during a road check. However, I could still drive my car as usual, just couldn't touch the newly added motorcycle model. After the test, I asked the lady at the vehicle management office, and she said the license production required data entry and updates to the national traffic management system. It could be done the same day if fast, or take three to five days if slow. It's best to wait until I receive the original new license before hitting the road. The paper inside the cover clearly states the permitted vehicle types and dates. I resisted the urge to ride for two days and only dared to go for a spin after getting the new license. After all, a few hundred yuan fine is enough to cover half a year's gas.
