Is Getting a Driver's License Difficult?
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The difficulty of obtaining a driver's license varies from person to person. However, judging by the number of new license holders each year, the vast majority of people can successfully pass the driving test and obtain their license. Validity Period of Driver's License Application: Generally, after paying the driving test application fee, there is a three-year validity period. This means the examination period from Subject 1 to Subject 4 is three years. If the tests from Subject 1 to Subject 4 are not completed within three years, those who wish to continue the tests to obtain a driver's license will have to reapply and pay the fees again. Driver's License Test Items: Subject 1 includes theoretical tests on road traffic and traffic safety violations. Subject 2 includes items such as stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, and curve driving. Subject 3 includes starting and meeting oncoming traffic, among other contents. Subject 4 is the safety and civilized driving common sense test.
My experience of getting a driver's license was quite memorable. At first, the theoretical test seemed difficult, especially having to memorize so many traffic rules and signs. I practiced hundreds of times on an APP before I could remember them all. The road test was even more nerve-wracking—driving a manual transmission car required precise control of the clutch and throttle, particularly during parallel parking and hill starts. I was so nervous during my first attempt that I stalled the car. Practice was crucial; I spent weekends driving on suburban roads to familiarize myself with various road conditions. Adjusting my mindset was also important—not getting too anxious and just taking deep breaths helped. The costs were quite high too, with additional fees for retakes if I failed. The difficulty varied by region; the road test in Beijing was particularly strict, while smaller cities were easier. Overall, with serious preparation, it wasn’t too hard—perseverance was the key.
