How many seats can a B2 license holder drive in a passenger vehicle?
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A B2 license allows driving blue-plate passenger vehicles with 9 seats or fewer and a length under 6 meters. Below are specific details about B2 license permissions: 1. Vehicle types for B2: The B2 license permits driving heavy-duty, medium-duty trucks or large, heavy, and medium-sized special-purpose vehicles. Heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks are primarily cargo trucks, such as the large dump trucks commonly seen on roads. Large, heavy, and medium-sized special-purpose vehicles refer to vehicles equipped with specialized devices or equipment, like sprinkler trucks and fire engines. 2. Other permitted vehicle types: The B2 license also allows driving C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (low-speed trucks), C4 (three-wheeled cars), and M (wheeled self-propelled machinery).
As a veteran driver with decades of experience, I'm often asked about what vehicles a B2 license can drive, especially regarding seating capacity. A B2 license allows you to operate passenger vehicles with no more than 9 seats in total, including vans and small MPVs - like 7-seat SUVs or 9-seat Jinbei vans. For my daily urban commute, these compact vehicles offer great maneuverability and easy parking, while providing ample space for family trips with friends. However, remember that vehicles exceeding 9 seats require higher-level licenses like Class A, otherwise you'll face fines and penalty points during traffic checks. When choosing a vehicle, pay attention to total weight and dimensions to avoid exceeding limits, and regularly maintain seatbelt buckles - safety always comes first. In summary, sticking to 9-seaters with a B2 license is the wisest choice; never overload, and always verify seating capacity before long trips.
