Can you get a B2 driver's license at 18?
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18-year-olds cannot obtain a B2 driver's license. The age requirement for a B2 driver's license is between 20 and 50 years old. At 18, you can apply for the following types of driver's licenses: C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (low-speed trucks), C4 (three-wheeled cars), D (ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles), E (ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles), and F (light motorcycles). Related information: 1. B2 permitted vehicle types: A B2 license allows you to drive heavy and medium-duty trucks or large, heavy, and medium-sized special operation vehicles. Most heavy and medium-duty trucks are mainly trucks. 2. Other permitted vehicle types for B2: Other permitted vehicle types for a B2 license include C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (low-speed trucks), C4 (three-wheeled cars), and M (wheeled self-propelled machinery).
Yes, you cannot obtain a B2 driver's license at the age of 18. According to Chinese regulations, the minimum age requirement for a B2 heavy truck driver's license is 20 years old. At 18, you're too young and more likely to cause accidents due to lack of experience. My friend once thought 18-year-olds could apply for B2, but when he went to the driving school, he was directly rejected. I recommend you first apply for a C1 car driver's license, which is perfect for 18-year-olds. Drive for two or three years to accumulate some road experience, and practice basic skills like reversing and mountain driving during this period. When you turn 20, upgrading to B2 will be much easier. Heavy trucks are different from ordinary cars - the steering wheel is heavier, blind spots are larger, and they're more difficult to control. The age restriction is there to ensure new drivers don't cause accidents. Don't rush, take it slow - safety comes first. Young people learn quickly, so using this time to build a solid foundation is actually more beneficial.
