Does the driving license need to be renewed?
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The driving license needs to be renewed because it has a validity period. For example, for a C1 license, it must be renewed after the initial 6-year period. The renewed license may have a longer validity period, such as 10 years if no more than 12 penalty points were accumulated within the first 6 years. If 12 penalty points were accumulated during this period, the renewed license will still have a 6-year validity period. Below is related information: Documents required for driving license renewal: The driver must prepare the original ID card, original and photocopy of the driving license, original insurance card, and proof of vehicle and vessel tax payment. Check online for any traffic violations; if there are unresolved violations, they must be settled before renewal. Apply for renewal at the local traffic police station. Insurance considerations for license renewal: For insured motor vehicles, if an accident covered by the insurance policy occurs, the policyholder must present the "Motor Vehicle Driving License," and it must be valid (i.e., the vehicle has passed annual inspections), for the insurance company to process the claim. Without a valid driving license, even within the insurance coverage period, the claim will be rejected. Additionally, note that for new vehicles, even if insurance is purchased at the same time, some insurance items only take effect from the date of vehicle registration and issuance of the "Motor Vehicle Driving License."
I've been driving for over 20 years, and it's essential to renew the vehicle license, especially when the car has been used for a long time or there are changes in the owner's information. Timely renewal helps avoid trouble. For example, it needs to be renewed every 6 years, but only if the vehicle has passed the annual inspection. My last renewal went smoothly—I brought a copy of my ID card and the original license to the DMV, and it was done quickly, costing just a few dozen yuan. Driving without renewing the license can result in a fine of over 200 yuan if caught by traffic police, and points may be deducted; worse, insurance claims might be invalid. Regularly checking the expiration date on the vehicle license is crucial. I recommend taking a look during annual vehicle maintenance. Timely renewal not only complies with regulations but also ensures safer driving and reduces unnecessary risks.
