Does the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV require a driver's license?

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Travis
07/29/25 4:12am
Wuling Hongguang Mini EV requires a driver's license. Here is some information about obtaining a driver's license: Subject 1: Road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test, written test, computer-based, full score of 100, passing score is 90 or above (including 90). Subject 2: Field driving skills test, practical test on-site, only pass or fail, includes reversing into a garage, parallel parking, S-curve driving, right-angle turning, and hill start and stop. These five items are mandatory and conducted in sequence, full score of 100, passing score is 80 or above (including 80). Subject 3: Road driving skills test, practical test on road or simulated site, full score of 100, passing scores are 90 or above for large buses, 80 or above for large trucks, and 70 or above for other vehicle types. Subject 4: Safe and civilized driving related knowledge, written test, full score of 100, passing score is 90 or above (including 90).
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LeEdward
08/12/25 7:56am
As an EV enthusiast who has driven the Wuling Hongguang Mini, I was also confused about this issue before. I asked friends around me and did some research. This car is a legitimate factory-produced electric vehicle with a top speed of around 60 km/h. In China, you must have a driver's license to drive, or you'll be stopped by the police in no time. I've been driving it with my C1 license for half a year, and it's quite convenient for commuting. But remember, driving without a license can result not only in fines but also vehicle impoundment. It's great for daily use, charging is hassle-free, and it's lightweight for city driving—just don't risk it to save a few bucks. I recommend getting a license or consulting the DMV before buying to avoid safety concerns and unnecessary worries on the road.
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