Can I drive the day after getting my driver's license?

[LaSebastian]

Yes. According to relevant regulations in China, once you obtain your driver's license, you are qualified to drive vehicles within the permitted categories on public roads. However, there is a one-year probationary period for the license. It's important to note that you cannot drive on highways during this probationary period unless the probation period has ended or you have a driver with at least three years of experience guiding you from the passenger seat. Otherwise, you may face fines without point deductions. The following points should be noted during the probationary period: 1. Display a probationary sign on the rear of the vehicle: This alerts other drivers to your novice status, as many new drivers during probation may exhibit behaviors like sudden braking or turning without signaling. 2. Be mindful of the probationary period's point system: For Class C licenses, accumulating 12 points will result in automatic revocation of the license. For Class A and B licenses, accumulating 6 points extends the probation by one year, and 12 points leads to automatic revocation. If the revoked license is not the highest class, the highest class will also be downgraded. 3. Have an experienced driver accompany you for a few drives: This helps you quickly familiarize yourself with potential road situations and necessary precautions. After some initial guidance, you'll be less likely to feel completely unprepared when encountering special driving conditions on your own.

[LeAbigail]

Of course you can drive! I was itching to get behind the wheel right after getting my license yesterday. But a reminder: you must display that yellow novice driver sticker on the rear of your car during the probationary period, or traffic police will issue a fine. Absolutely don't attempt highways alone - when I first started driving, I specifically asked my uncle with 10 years' driving experience to accompany me. I recommend practicing reverse parking in empty spaces near your neighborhood first; I scratched my wheel rims twice just doing parallel parking in the first few days. Most importantly, keep calm - I remember sweating through my palms at red lights when I began driving. Also, check your insurance, unlike my friend who got his license suspended for driving an uninspected vehicle.

[ArthurLynn]

Of course you can drive on the second day after getting your license. My daughter drove to the supermarket the day after she got hers last year. However, beginners tend to make a few mistakes: often forgetting to check the rearview mirror when overtaking—I once saw a new driver almost scrape another car while changing lanes. Maintain a distance of at least 20 meters, and increase it in rain or snow. Be extra careful when driving at night—last week, a new driver in our neighborhood hit a streetlight while reversing. Make sure your phone holder is properly installed, and stay safe when checking navigation. It’s best to have an experienced driver in the passenger seat to help watch the road in case the car stalls.

[OMicah]

According to traffic regulations, you can drive the permitted vehicle types from the effective date of your driver's license. However, there are several points to note: The vehicle must display a standardized probationary sign, and violators will be fined 20-200 yuan. Driving alone on highways is prohibited; a driver with at least three years of experience must accompany you. Beginners are advised to avoid rush hours in the morning and evening, and it's recommended to check real-time traffic conditions using the Traffic Management 12123 app. If all 12 points are deducted during the probationary period, the license will be revoked. I once saw a new driver run a red light while turning left during duty and had to start all over again.

[McGrant]

Here, let me teach you a few practical tips. First, adjust your seat and mirrors to see the rear wheel contact points. Practice clutch-throttle coordination in an empty lot for half an hour—half my trainees stall at startup. Remember 'slow in, fast out' for turns; one student mounted the curb by turning too sharply on day two. If overwhelmed by complex road conditions, just pull over—safety comes first. I recommend 30 minutes of daily driving for the first two weeks to build confidence; my nephew needed 15 days before daring to enter downtown.