Is the license for a sedan C1 or C2?
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The type of license required for a sedan mainly depends on whether it is a manual or automatic transmission vehicle. A C1 license is for small manual transmission vehicles, while a C2 license is for small automatic transmission vehicles. A C1 license allows driving both manual and automatic transmission vehicles, whereas a C2 license only permits driving automatic transmission vehicles. If you obtain a C2 license and later wish to drive a C1 vehicle, you will need to retake the test for a C1 license. The differences between C1 and C2 licenses include: 1. Different vehicle types: A C1 license allows driving small cars as well as C2, C3, and C4 vehicles (small cars include sedans and other passenger vehicles with fewer than 9 seats); a C2 license only permits driving small automatic transmission vehicles. 2. Difficulty of the test: Learning to drive with a C1 license is relatively more challenging and prone to mistakes; learning and driving an automatic transmission vehicle with a C2 license is simpler, resulting in a higher overall pass rate.
When I first started learning to drive, I was also curious about this question. It turns out that for small cars, the type of driver's license required depends on the vehicle type. Manual transmission cars require a C1 license, while automatic transmission cars can use either C1 or C2. A C1 license allows you to drive both manual and automatic small cars, whereas C2 only permits driving automatic transmission vehicles. Nowadays, most small cars are automatic, so getting a C2 license is sufficient, and the test is simpler since you don't need to practice manual gear shifting. However, I opted for the C1 license because manual transmission cars are still somewhat common in suburban areas, and it also means no restrictions when borrowing cars among friends. During driving lessons, the instructor emphasized that the C1 license offers greater versatility and flexibility for future car changes. Driving an automatic is more comfortable in city traffic jams, without worrying about clutch issues. Manual cars can sometimes be more fuel-efficient, but newer models are increasingly shifting towards automatics. For beginners, it's advisable to prioritize automatic transmission and a C2 license.
