
Having only 1 point left on your driver's license does not affect its use, and you can still drive on the road. Just be careful not to violate any more traffic rules. When the scoring cycle ends and all fines are paid, your license will naturally be restored to 12 points. Below is some information about the driver's license test: 1. Subject 1: Road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test. It's a written test, answered on a computer, with a full score of 100. A score of 90 or above (including 90) is considered passing. 2. Subject 2: Field driving skills test, conducted in a real vehicle on a closed course. It's only graded as pass or fail. It includes five mandatory tests conducted in sequence: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, S-curve driving, right-angle turning, and hill start and stop. The full score is 100, and a score of 80 or above (including 80) is considered passing. 3. Subject 3: Road driving skills test, conducted on a real road or simulated course. The full score is 100. For large buses, a score of 90 or above is passing; for large trucks, 80 or above; and for other vehicle types, 70 or above is passing. 4. Subject 4: Safe and civilized driving knowledge test. It's a written test with a full score of 100, and a score of 90 or above (including 90) is considered passing.

Having only 1 point left after deducting 11 points from your driver's license is extremely dangerous—I've personally endured this ordeal. Every time I drove, my heart was in my throat, and I even held my breath at traffic lights. One more ticket, even just for illegal parking, would immediately zero out that last point. According to regulations, you'd have to retake the written exam, a process that takes at least seven days. Last year, my colleague made a U-turn on a solid yellow line and got caught, losing all 3 points and having to retake the theory test. My advice: never lend your car to anyone now, always carry a dashcam to preserve evidence, and set up a speed trap alert on your . Do whatever it takes to survive this demerit point cycle.

As a driver who's on the road every day for transport, I have to say having only 1 point left is like walking a tightrope. Last year, my cousin didn't take it seriously when he had 11 points deducted, but then he got caught for overtime parking at a highway rest area and his points were reset to zero. Not only did he have to spend thousands on training fees to retake the theory test, but the bigger loss was not being able to work for half a month. Traffic rules are getting stricter now, especially with all kinds of surveillance equipment in cities. My advice is to avoid driving during this period if possible. If you really need to go out, try to stick to familiar routes. Regularly check your brake lights to avoid rear-end collisions, maintain a safe distance to prevent sudden braking, and most importantly, get through these few months safely and steadily.

I remember my driving instructor saying that 11 points is the warning line for a driver's license. Having been an instructor myself for eight years, I've seen too many students stumble at this edge. One student got 2 points for crossing the line while dropping off their child in the morning, reaching the 12-point limit and ruining the family's travel plans. Nowadays, many places use high-definition cameras that can instantly capture lane violations or usage. I suggest you immediately check the deadline of your demerit point cycle and set a countdown reminder on your phone. During this period, if you're involved in an accident, report it to the insurance first instead of settling privately, as fault determination could lead to additional points. Use navigation throughout your drive to avoid restricted zones, and don’t even adjust the air conditioning to prevent distractions.

Last time when renewing my license at the DMV, the traffic police mentioned that a license with only 1 point left is extremely vulnerable. Tossing a cigarette butt carelessly could cost you 1 point if caught on camera, and driving in the bus lane during rush hours starts at 2 points. I was once warned for not turning on my headlights on a rainy day. It's best to put a sticky note in the car now to remind myself to check the tires daily to prevent bulges or blowouts. It's advisable to check for traffic violations every two weeks and always check the speed limit signs in advance on frequently traveled routes. Never play with your at red lights—this has been strictly enforced recently. Use shared bikes whenever possible; after all, the points will reset in a few months.

Driving for twenty years, the most dreaded hurdle is the 11-point threshold. Last week, a young guy at the repair shop lost his job because of this—while moving a customer's car, he crossed a solid line and lost his final point. Nowadays, many traffic violations accumulate points, such as consecutive lane changes, which cost 3 points. It's advisable to lower the car's music volume to hear navigation prompts clearly and keep a reflective vest in the trunk for nighttime breakdowns. Try to stay in the middle lane to avoid last-minute lane changes, and signal turns 200 meters in advance. For weekend gatherings, consider taking a taxi, as even designated drivers can have issues. Remember to regularly clear your dashcam's memory—it can be a lifesaver in critical moments.


