Does a C1D motorcycle penalty affect a car?
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Having a C1D driver's license and receiving penalty points for riding a motorcycle will affect the car license, because each driver only has one driver's license. Adding a D endorsement to a C1 license does not mean the driver has two licenses; it simply means the original license now includes the motorcycle endorsement. In simple terms, no matter how many vehicle types are added, the driver's license will ultimately be consolidated into one, and all these vehicle types share the same 12-point system. Therefore, no matter which vehicle type you are driving, if you commit a traffic violation and receive penalty points, the available points for all endorsed vehicle types will be reduced accordingly. It can be said that the more vehicle types you are licensed to drive, the more traffic regulations you need to pay attention to, and the higher the likelihood of receiving penalty points on your driver's license. C1 Driver's License: The C1 driver's license is one of the codes for motor vehicle driver's licenses. The C1 license allows the holder to drive small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles, as well as light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles. Small passenger vehicles must have a seating capacity of 9 or fewer people.
I've been driving for over a decade with a C1D license, and motorcycle penalty points do indeed affect car driving. The demerit points are applied to the entire license, not separately by vehicle type. My friend was fined 3 points last year for speeding on his motorcycle, and later when he had a minor scrape while driving a car, the insurance claim became more difficult, and he had to pay higher premiums. It's advisable to regularly check traffic violation records using apps. If you accumulate 12 points, you'll have to retake the theoretical test (Subject 1), and won't be able to drive a car at all. This reminds us that whether riding a motorcycle or driving a car, we must obey traffic rules - less speeding, fewer red-light violations - putting safety first to protect all driving privileges. Don't take minor point deductions lightly, as big impacts can bring serious trouble.
I usually commute by motorcycle with a C1D driver's license, and penalty points will definitely affect my car. My real experience: Last month, I got 2 points deducted for a traffic violation while riding, and when I went to the 4S shop for car maintenance, the staff said my insurance premium might increase by 10% next year because the violation record is shared in the driver's license file. It's advisable to develop good habits, such as riding slower in the rain and using navigation more often when driving to avoid restricted zones, which can help reduce penalty points and save money and hassle. If the total points exceed 12, not only will there be fines, but the license will also be temporarily suspended, affecting all travel plans. Therefore, safe driving is a win-win situation.
