Is C1 for automatic or manual transmission?

[VonAlexander]

C1 is a manual transmission driver's license, while C2 is for automatic transmission. However, C1 license holders can drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles. Vehicle types permitted under C1 license: small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles, and light, small, micro special operation vehicles. Other vehicle types permitted under C1 license: C2, C3, C4. The full name of the driver's license is motor vehicle driving license, also known as 'driver's license', which is the legal document required for motor vehicle drivers. The permission to drive vehicles is granted through the issuance of a driver's license, indicating that obtaining a driver's license is a standardized procedure that must be issued by specialized authorities.

[JuniperLynn]

I just passed my driver's license test recently, it's a C1 license, which is mainly designed for manual transmission vehicles. That means you need to learn operations like gear shifting and clutch control, and the test is conducted using a manual car. However, it also covers automatic transmission, so after obtaining a C1 license, driving an automatic car is completely fine, no need to worry. My friend took the C1 test for peace of mind, and now driving his family's automatic car is like a piece of cake for him. Beginners might find manual transmission challenging at first, but once you get used to it, you'll appreciate the stronger sense of control. The biggest advantage of getting a C1 license is the flexibility it offers—you can drive any type of car in the future without needing to upgrade your license. I chose it for its practicality, avoiding the dilemma of a C2 license, which is purely for automatic cars, thus offering greater flexibility.

[LeJace]

I've been driving for almost twenty years. Back when I got my license, the C1 was the standard choice, mainly for manual transmission cars. Manual transmission vehicles were more common back then, and learning with a C1 prepared you for all kinds of road conditions. Nowadays, automatic transmissions are widespread, but the C1 still covers both—you can drive automatics without any issues. Remember, it's essentially a manual transmission license, but the rules are designed so you can handle both types. From my personal experience, after obtaining a C1, I've driven automatic cars without any problems—the transition was seamless. Many newcomers mistakenly think a C1 is only for manual transmissions, which is completely wrong, saving them the hassle of taking a separate C2 test. That's the clever part of the licensing system—learn one, cover both.

[DiMaya]

The C1 license is designed for manual transmission vehicles, emphasizing gear-shifting skills during the test. However, it also includes the permission to drive automatic transmission vehicles, so obtaining a C1 license covers both. The C2 license is purely restricted to automatic transmissions, making C1 more comprehensive. This rule is concise and practical, as learning to drive a manual transmission vehicle leads to a deeper understanding of driving. For example, manual transmissions improve reflexes, while automatics are more effortless. After passing the C1 test, you can adapt to driving either. Don’t worry about manual transmissions becoming obsolete—C1 remains highly valuable.

[Morgan]

I'm researching buying an automatic transmission car and initially struggled with whether a C1 license would suffice. After checking, I learned that the C1 license covers both manual and automatic transmissions, though it emphasizes manual. This means after passing, driving a new car won't be a worry, as automatic cars can also be legally driven. Nowadays, many family cars are automatic, making the C1 license perfectly suitable—cost-effective and efficient. The type of driver's license affects practicality, and the C1 is designed to be flexible; once you've learned manual skills, handling an automatic is straightforward. New drivers often worry unnecessarily, but in reality, the rules have already taken these considerations into account.