Can I drive on the highway during the probationary period?

[CatherineRose]

During the probationary period, you can drive on the highway, but you must be accompanied by a driver who has held a driving license for the corresponding or higher vehicle type for more than three years. Otherwise, if you are caught driving alone on the highway, you will be fined between 20 and 200 yuan and ordered to leave the highway at the nearest exit. Here are the reasons why you cannot drive alone on the highway during the probationary period: 1. Insufficient driving experience: The psychological resilience is not strong enough, and you may not be able to calmly handle emergency situations such as sudden braking by the vehicle in front or illegal lane changes by the vehicle in front. Applying too much force at once can easily cause the vehicle to lose control. 2. Slow driving in the lane: When the speed increases, it is inevitable to feel afraid, and the speed is often reduced. If you occupy the fast lane and drive slowly, it is also very dangerous. 3. Not checking the rearview mirror: As a beginner, if you haven’t developed this habit, you may easily forget to check the rearview mirror when changing lanes.

[Lyla]

After getting my driver's license, I was thinking about driving on the highway during the probationary period. Later, I specifically checked the traffic regulations and found out it's not allowed. The law states that the first year after obtaining a license is the probationary period, during which you cannot drive alone on the highway. You must have an experienced driver with more than three years of driving experience sitting in the passenger seat to supervise, otherwise it's a violation. If caught by traffic police, you'll be fined 200 yuan and have 1 point deducted from your license. Worse yet, the probationary period might be extended, which is quite troublesome. I think this rule makes sense—new drivers lack experience, and highways have fast speeds and frequent lane changes, making accidents more likely. For now, I'm practicing driving in the city until I'm more skilled, and I'll wait until after the probationary period to venture onto the highway—it feels safer that way.

[OMaria]

Driving on the highway during the probationary period? I must warn you not to take it lightly—it comes with serious safety risks. The highway has dense traffic with speeds often exceeding 100 km/h, and a novice's slower reaction time can lead to accidents. I've seen many friends nearly crash while driving on the highway during their probation, forcing their experienced co-drivers to panic and intervene. Traffic police also frequently point out that 70% of accidents involving new drivers happen on highways. So, it's best to wait until the probationary period is over or drive with an experienced co-driver for safety. Never take the risk of driving alone just to save time—it could cost you money, your life, and even endanger others.

[ElianaLee]

During my probationary period, I also thought about driving on the highway. Once after a gathering with friends, I almost tried it alone, but luckily an experienced driver stopped me. In the first half of the probationary period, new drivers lack confidence and can't handle the complex road conditions on highways; if they miss an exit or encounter traffic jams, they panic even more. Later, I obediently practiced in the suburbs, gained experience, and smoothly passed the probationary period. In short, don’t drive impulsively—it’s too risky. It’s more reliable to honestly follow the rules.

[TravisAnn]

Many people mistakenly believe that probationary drivers can drive on highways. I've heard customers discussing this misconception at the auto repair shop. In reality, traffic regulations prohibit this. Novice drivers must be accompanied by an experienced driver when entering highways, otherwise they face fines, point deductions, and the significant risk of probation extension. Traffic police across regions enforce this strictly, with surveillance cameras monitoring as well. I advise new drivers during probation to avoid highway challenges, prioritizing urban driving practice first. Only after becoming familiar with vehicle performance should they transition to highway driving for safety.

[McCarmen]

I've encountered many beginners asking about highway driving during the probationary period. Simply put, you can't drive alone on highways during this time. The probationary period lasts at least one year, and you must be accompanied by an experienced driver when driving on highways; otherwise, you risk fines and a lot of unnecessary trouble. It's better to spend the probationary period driving in the city to familiarize yourself with driving operations. After the probationary period ends, attending a driving school training before hitting the highway would be more prudent and could save you some unnecessary expenses.