Is an automatic transmission classified as C1 or C2?

[CoraDella]

An automatic transmission falls under the C2 category, which permits driving small and micro automatic transmission passenger vehicles, as well as light and micro automatic transmission cargo vehicles. Specifically, it allows driving automatic transmission cars with fewer than 9 seats and a length not exceeding 6 meters. Automatic transmission vehicles do not have a clutch pedal and do not require gear shifting, making them easier to operate and eliminating concerns about stalling. On the other hand, C1 is for manual transmissions, covering small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles, light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles, and small passenger cars (with seating capacity ≤9). A C1 license does not permit driving large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, mopeds, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, or trams.

[SanMatthew]

I have personal experience with getting a driver's license. Automatic transmission vehicles indeed fall under the C2 license category. A C1 license allows driving both manual and automatic transmission cars, while C2 only permits driving automatic transmission vehicles. When I was choosing the license type, my instructor recommended that beginners prioritize taking the C2 test, as it's less stressful—no clutch pedal to worry about, resulting in fewer mistakes. Having driven in the city for years, automatic transmission cars are everywhere, making driving easier, especially in traffic jams where it's more effortless. Although choosing C1 allows driving manual transmission cars, it increases the test difficulty, requiring more practice on skills like hill starts. If you're a beginner or prefer automatics for daily use, going straight for C2 is sufficient—you'll learn faster, get licensed sooner, and enjoy higher practicality while saving time and energy for traffic rule details.

[VonAllie]

I've studied traffic regulations extensively, and automatic transmission vehicles fall under the category of a C2 driver's license. A C1 license allows you to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles, while C2 specifically refers to automatic transmission types. When taking the driving test, many people choose C2 because it's easier to learn, and the test items don't involve clutch operation, resulting in a higher pass rate. For example, I've seen many trainees at driving schools fail the C1 test simply because they couldn't handle the clutch pedal steadily. Nowadays, automatic transmission vehicles are highly popular in the market, with SUVs or electric vehicles mostly being automatic, making obtaining a C2 license relatively easy. Choosing C1 offers more versatility but comes with greater challenges, while C2 covers most daily needs. It's advisable to decide based on the type of vehicle you're accustomed to, so you don't waste effort on additional requirements.

[EmilioLee]

Having driven for over a decade, I remember when choosing a driver's license. The automatic transmission falls under C2, which is only for automatic transmission vehicles, while C1 allows driving manual transmission. Beginners are more suited for C2, as the test is easier to pass. Many city cars are automatic, making driving easier and safer. Choosing C1 requires more practice, but C2 is sufficient and allows for quicker license acquisition. If you don't plan to drive manual cars, C2 is a wise and cost-effective choice.