Driving Test Age Restrictions?
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There is no longer a maximum age limit for obtaining a driver's license. With the deepening of reforms in streamlining administration and delegating power, certain adjustments have been made to the age requirements for applying for and using some types of driver's licenses. Below is a detailed introduction to the age regulations for obtaining a driver's license: 1. Large and medium-sized passenger and cargo vehicles: The upper age limit for applying for B1, B2, and A1 licenses has been adjusted from 50 to 60 years old. 2. C1 driver's license: The upper age limit for applying for a C1 driver's license has been removed, allowing individuals to take the test for life as long as they meet the physical requirements. 3. A1 and A2 driver's licenses: The lower age limits for applying have been adjusted from 26 and 24 years old to 22 years old, respectively.
I remember when I took my driver's license test, I had just turned 18. Age is indeed a strict requirement. For regular cars, both C1 and C2 licenses require you to be at least 18 years old. However, if you want to get a B license for large trucks or buses, you must be at least 20. My buddy wanted to drive long-distance coaches but got stuck due to age—you have to be at least 22 to qualify for an A license. There’s also a detail many people don’t know: you can’t get a new driver's license after the age of 70, but seniors who already have one can continue driving as long as they pass an annual medical checkup. My driving instructor often said, 'Don’t delay learning to drive.' Some students in their 40s or 50s clearly have slower reaction times and often hit the lines when reversing into parking spots. So, once you’re an adult, get your license as soon as possible—it’s easier to learn while your reflexes are still sharp.
