How many seats can a C1 driver's license drive at most?
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C1 driver's license can drive small passenger vehicles with a maximum of 9 seats (including 9 seats). Vehicle types permitted by C1 license: The driving scope of a C1 driver's license includes small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles; light, small, and mini special operation vehicles; small passenger vehicles with seating capacity less than or equal to 9 people. Vehicles not permitted by C1 license: large buses, tractors, urban buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and tramcars. Additionally, a C1 license cannot drive vehicles with more than 9 seats or trucks with a total length exceeding 6 meters. Age requirements for C1 license: The minimum age limit for a C1 driver's license is 18 years old, with no upper age limit. However, applicants over 70 years old must pass tests on memory, judgment, and reaction abilities.
I've been driving for over twenty years, and with a C1 license, the maximum number of seats I can drive is nine, including the driver's seat. This means I can drive a business van like the Buick GL8, which seats nine, allowing me to take friends or family out for trips. The size of the vehicle matters—exceeding nine seats can make it harder to control, such as heavier steering or difficulty parking, increasing safety risks and requiring a higher-level license like C2. Before buying a car, I always count the seats to avoid being fined for overloading by traffic police. Parking is also a consideration, as larger vehicles don't fit well in narrow alleys. Regular maintenance is crucial; checking lights and brakes periodically helps avoid fines and accidents.
