Does an A2 driver's license require annual inspection?
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Whether an A2 driver's license requires annual inspection is explained as follows: 1. If there are no demerit points recorded within a scoring cycle, the inspection for that cycle is exempted. 2. If there are demerit points recorded within a scoring cycle, the holder must undergo inspection at the traffic management department of the public security authority within thirty days after the end of each scoring cycle. The conditions for annual inspection are as follows: Drivers holding a locally issued or out-of-city issued "Motor Vehicle Driver's License" for the towing vehicle category, who have demerit points recorded within a scoring cycle, or drivers holding a "Driver's License" for other vehicle categories, who are involved in a traffic accident resulting in death and bear equal or greater responsibility without having their "Motor Vehicle Driver's License" revoked, must undergo inspection at the vehicle management office within thirty days after the end of the scoring cycle.
I've been driving heavy trucks for twenty years, and an A2 driver's license does require annual review. However, it's quite user-friendly that you can be exempt from review if you haven't received any demerit points during the scoring cycle. Last year, I was directly exempted because I had no violations. But if you've received demerit points, remember to go to the vehicle management office within 30 days after the scoring cycle ends. You'll need to bring a medical examination form and ID proof, and you'll also have to study traffic regulations for two hours. All truck drivers know that the annual review isn't just a formality—it mainly checks for violation handling and physical condition, especially the vision test, which is crucial because even a half-second slower reaction time can be dangerous when driving a heavy truck. It's advisable to develop a habit of checking your license's validity before every trip.
