Is an automatic transmission driver's license C1 or C2?
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An automatic transmission driver's license is C2. Below is an introduction to automatic transmission-related content: 1. Code: The license code for automatic transmission is C2. A C2 license only permits driving small automatic transmission vehicles. 2. Difficulty level: Driving an automatic transmission vehicle is easier than a manual transmission vehicle, as it does not require controlling gear shifts or the clutch pedal. Simply hold the steering wheel, with the left foot on the accelerator and the right foot on the brake, making it relatively simpler. Below is extended information about automatic transmission gear positions: 1. All gear positions: Automatic transmissions have P, R, N, D, 2 or S, L or 1. 2. Parking gear: P stands for Parking gear, also known as the parking position. 3. Other gear positions: R is Reverse, N is Neutral, D is Drive, also known as the driving position. 4. Sport mode: S or 2 indicates Sport mode. 5. Low gear: L or 1 is Low gear, also known as 1st gear.
When I was learning to drive, I also struggled with this issue. There are two types of driver's licenses: C1 and C2, with the automatic transmission specifically corresponding to the C2 license. In China, the C1 license is more comprehensive, allowing you to drive both manual and automatic transmission small vehicles, such as sedans or SUVs; whereas the C2 license only permits driving automatic transmission vehicles and does not allow operating manual transmission models. Choosing the C2 license makes the learning process much simpler—no need to practice clutch control, and the test items exclude manual transmission operations, resulting in a higher pass rate, which is suitable for busy adults or beginners. Nowadays, automatic transmission vehicles are more common in cities, making them much more convenient in traffic jams, with smoother starts and less likelihood of stalling. However, although obtaining a C1 license is more challenging, it covers a broader range, allowing you to drive a friend's manual transmission car in the future. Personal advice: if you only plan to drive your own or rented automatic transmission cars, going straight for the C2 license is more efficient; but if you want to keep your options open, the C1 license is safer. Don’t forget to check with the driving school about local test standards before starting your lessons, in case of policy changes.
