Is C1 for manual transmission and C2 for automatic transmission?
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Yes. C1 is for manual transmission, and C2 is for automatic transmission. A C1 driver's license allows driving both automatic and manual transmission small cars. A C2 driver's license only permits driving automatic transmission small cars. Permitted vehicle types for C1 driver's license: The C1 driver's license covers small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles; light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. Vehicles not permitted with a C1 driver's license: large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, large trucks, regular three-wheeled motorcycles, regular two-wheeled motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams. Additionally, a C1 license does not allow driving vehicles with more than 9 seats or trucks with a total length exceeding 6 meters. What is a C1 driver's license: A C1 driver's license is one of the codes for motor vehicle driver's licenses. The C1 driver's license covers small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro cargo vehicles; light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. Age requirements: The minimum age for a C1 driver's license is 18 years old, with no upper age limit. However, applicants aged 70 or older must pass tests for memory, judgment, and reaction abilities.
When I first got my driver's license, I was always trying to understand the difference between C1 and C2. Yes, C1 is a license that allows you to drive both manual and automatic transmission cars, while C2 is limited to automatic transmission only. Why the distinction? Manual transmission requires more operational skills, like pressing the clutch and shifting gears, making it more complex to drive; automatic is simpler—just press the accelerator and go, especially convenient in city traffic jams. Back then, I chose C1 thinking it was worth it—driving a friend's manual compact car really helped, offering more flexibility on hills or in emergencies. But C2 is quicker to learn and easier to pass the test, making it suitable for beginners or those who only drive their own automatic cars. Overall, getting a C1 license is more versatile, saving you from needing another test later. Consider your driving habits—don’t just follow the trend for convenience.
