Do I need to take an exam after points are deducted from my A2 license?
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Yes, you need to take an exam after points are deducted from your A2 license. Additionally, you are required to undergo study sessions during the annual review after point deductions. Within thirty days after the end of the scoring cycle, you must report to the traffic management department of the public security authority for inspection. Below are the relevant details about the A2 driver's license: The A2 license permits driving articulated vehicles. Holders of a valid A2 license issued by the vehicle management authorities of China's public security traffic police can drive heavy and medium-sized full trailers and semi-trailer motor vehicle trains. The A2 license also allows driving B1 (medium-sized buses), B2 (large trucks), C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (low-speed trucks), C4 (three-wheeled cars), and M (wheeled self-propelled machinery vehicles).
When I first got my A2 motorcycle license, I thought I was really cool, but ended up losing 6 points for not paying attention to the rules. Later, an experienced rider told me that if you accumulate 12 penalty points, you have to retake the traffic safety exam. This exam isn’t easy—it includes both a written test and a road test, essentially making you start from scratch. I saw on a forum that many young riders find biking thrilling but forget the rules, leading to point violations and mandatory retesting. It’s a good idea to check your traffic app after riding to see how many points you have left and avoid the hassle of retaking the exam. Daily habits like wearing a helmet and avoiding reckless lane changes can save you a lot of points—safe riding is what really matters.
