Is a C1 driver's license for manual or automatic transmission?
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c1 is a manual transmission small vehicle driver's license. Holding a C1 driver's license allows you to drive both manual and automatic transmission small vehicles. The relevant introduction of the C1 driver's license is as follows: Definition: The C1 driver's license is one of the codes for motor vehicle driver's licenses. The permitted driving levels of the C1 driver's license include (all models of C2, C3, C4) small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles, and light, small, and micro special operation vehicles, etc. Exam content: The order of the exam subjects is conducted in sequence as traffic regulations and related knowledge (referred to as subject one), field driving (referred to as subject two), road driving (referred to as subject three), and safety and civilization knowledge (referred to as subject four). During the exam, if one subject is failed, the following subjects will not proceed. Subjects two and three can be taken once with one retake opportunity. If the retake is still failed, the current exam will be terminated.
A C1 driver's license can cover both manual and automatic transmissions. Let me share my personal experience with you. As someone who often helps friends with car repairs, the C1 license's coverage of manual transmission operation while also allowing you to drive automatics makes it incredibly practical for daily use. I usually practice my skills with a manual transmission off-road vehicle, but I can also effortlessly drive my wife's automatic compact car to pick up the kids. Many people struggle with whether to choose C1 when getting their license, but its real advantage lies in its strong compatibility—if you ever need to drive a manual, you won't have to take another test. From a safety perspective, being familiar with manual transmission operation helps you better understand a car's powertrain, like controlling the clutch more steadily when starting on a steep slope. If you're planning to get a driver's license, I recommend going straight for C1—it's worry-free, cost-effective, and prepares you for all situations.
