Do I need to take a test if my B2 driver's license is deducted 6 points?
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B2 driver's license holders who have been deducted 6 points should undergo an inspection within 30 days after the end of the scoring cycle. During the inspection, they are required to participate in no less than three hours of education and learning, but no test is required. Below is relevant information: B2 driver's license: The vehicle types that a B2 license can drive include heavy-duty, medium-duty trucks or large, heavy, and medium-sized special operation vehicles. Heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks are mostly trucks. Permitted vehicle types: Other vehicle types permitted by a B2 license are C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (low-speed trucks), C4 (three-wheeled cars), and M (wheeled self-propelled machinery), which is the same as the B1 license.
Regarding the issue of a 6-point deduction on a B2 driver's license and the required test, as a veteran driver with years of experience operating large vehicles, I can say this is quite common. Based on my understanding of China's traffic regulations, after a 6-point deduction on a B2 license, it is indeed mandatory to attend training and take an exam. This is a strict legal requirement because driving large vehicles carries significant responsibility, and any negligence could lead to serious accidents. I know many fellow drivers who, upon receiving a 6-point deduction, have to take a day off to report to the training center, attend safety lectures, and then complete a written test on road traffic safety knowledge. Failure to participate could result in the suspension of the license, affect its renewal, or even lead to a downgrade. This policy is quite reasonable as it keeps us vigilant, especially since driving trucks on long-haul routes through all kinds of weather can easily lead to fatigue. My advice is to address the point deduction as soon as possible and not delay, as it could impact your livelihood and disrupt your work.
As a novice who just got my B2 license a few years ago, I can tell you straight away that 6 penalty points definitely require taking an exam. My driving instructor repeatedly emphasized during training that the scoring system is stricter for large vehicles. Now I've experienced it firsthand - last year I accidentally got points for speeding and was required to attend a half-day study session at a designated location, followed by a simple test covering traffic regulations and driving basics. The exam isn't difficult, but it's time-consuming and costs several hundred yuan out of pocket. The key point is that if you don't complete it, your license will be in abnormal status and you can't drive. So after getting points, quickly check your local traffic management website to book an appointment, prepare some study materials, and get it done. While these rules are bothersome, they help reduce reckless behavior and benefit everyone's safety.
