How Long Should a Novice Driver Wait Before Driving on the Highway?
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Novice drivers must wait at least one year before they can drive on the highway independently. Here are some important considerations for new drivers on the highway: 1. Accompaniment Required: During the probationary period, a novice driver must be accompanied by a licensed driver who has held a valid driver's license for the same or higher vehicle category for at least three years. 2. Penalties: According to Article 65, Section 2 of the "Decree No. 123," driving without a qualified accompanying driver or with an unqualified accompanying driver will result in a fine of 200 yuan and an order to exit the highway at the nearest exit. Novice drivers attempting to enter the highway will be educated and advised to turn back.
I remember when I first got my driver's license, my instructor said that beginners must wait until the one-year probationary period is over before driving alone on the highway, and they must have an experienced driver with more than three years of driving experience in the passenger seat. Last time, my cousin was in a hurry to take his new car for a spin, but he couldn't brake in time at the highway exit and ended up rear-ending someone. It's advisable for beginners to first get used to the speed on national highways. Changing lanes is more nerve-wracking than in the city, especially on rainy days when road reflections can easily lead to misjudging distances. Nowadays, urban ring roads can also reach speeds of 80 km/h, making them quite suitable for practicing following distances. If you absolutely must take the highway early, remember to choose a quiet weekday morning and keep a warning triangle and reflective vest in the trunk for added safety.
