How many years before a novice driver can drive on the highway?
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Novice drivers can drive on the highway alone after completing the 12-month probationary period. During the probationary period, novice drivers must be accompanied by a licensed driver who has held a corresponding or higher-class driver's license for at least three years. For drivers of small automatic transmission vehicles for the disabled, the accompanying driver must hold a license for small automatic transmission passenger vehicles or higher. During the probationary period, drivers are not allowed to operate buses, commercial passenger vehicles, police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, engineering rescue vehicles, or vehicles carrying explosives, flammable and explosive chemicals, highly toxic substances, radioactive materials, or other hazardous items. Additionally, they are prohibited from towing trailers.
When I first got my driver's license, I really wanted to go for a spin on the highway. But after checking the traffic regulations, I found that new drivers are not allowed to drive alone on the highway within the first year of obtaining their license. You either have to wait until you've had the license for a full year or have an experienced driver with more than three years of driving experience accompany you in the passenger seat. At the time, I asked my dad to accompany me for a try, and I felt that cars on the highway drive very fast, which can easily make new drivers nervous and lose control. Insufficient following distance can lead to rear-end collisions. After that year passed, I drove on the highway by myself and realized how important experience is. I suggest that new drivers spend more time practicing in the city during their first year to develop a good feel for driving. Before going on the highway, check your tires and lights. Safety comes first—don't risk saving time. Accidents on the highway are harder to rescue from, and new drivers are more prone to panic.
As novice drivers, the law stipulates that we are not allowed to drive alone on highways during the first year after obtaining a driver's license. We must wait until the probationary period ends or have an experienced driver accompany us. When I was learning to drive, my instructor repeatedly reminded me of this. On highways, the speed is high, and reaction time is short. Inexperienced drivers are prone to skidding or making unsafe lane changes, which can lead to accidents. Even after a year, when I first drove alone on the highway, I was still very cautious, sticking to the slow lane initially. I advise everyone not to rush into it. Gain more confidence by driving on regular roads first, and when on the highway, always control your speed and do not exceed the speed limit signs. Driving is a skill that improves with practice, so patiently practicing for a full year is the safest approach.
