What are the details of the new regulations for adding a driver's license in 2021?
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There are 8 new regulations for the driver's license test in August 2021. The changes in the 2021 driver's license test regulations are as follows: 1. Adjustment of test subjects: For small automatic transmission vehicles, the "hill start and stop" item in the subject two test is canceled. The test content is reduced from the original 5 items to 4 items. This change aligns with actual driving requirements and reduces the burden on test-takers. 2. Adjustment of test scheduling time: For obtaining a small automatic transmission vehicle driver's license, the interval between passing subject two and scheduling subject three is shortened from 30 days to 20 days. For adding a medium or large passenger or truck driver's license, the interval between passing subject one and scheduling subject three is shortened from 40 days to 30 days. 3. Adjustment of cross-region subject test frequency: For small vehicle driver's license applications, the number of times allowed to change the test location is increased from 1 to no more than 3 times, meeting the demand for cross-region testing. 4. Optimization of proxy services: Elderly individuals can use the "Traffic Management 12123" mobile APP account of relatives or friends to handle vehicle license and driver's license services. Additionally, service windows provide green channels or dedicated counters for the elderly, offering free proxy services. 5. Convenience for veterans to exchange driver's licenses: Establish a mechanism with military departments to verify and compare driver's license information automatically, avoiding repeated verification and facilitating veterans' employment, work, and travel. 6. Convenience for overseas personnel to extend driver's license renewal: Overseas personnel unable to return due to COVID-19 can authorize domestic personnel to apply for an extension. If the license is canceled due to delayed renewal or inspection before the end of 2021, they can complete the renewal or inspection within 6 months of returning to restore driving eligibility. 7. Reduction of proxy materials: Applicants unable to handle license replacement or other traffic management services in time can authorize others via the Traffic Management 12123 mobile APP without providing a paper authorization letter.
I just went through the process of adding a driver's license endorsement last year, and the 2021 regulation changes were quite significant. Some probationary period requirements for adding endorsements were removed, like going from a C-class to a D-class motorcycle license—you can take the test directly without waiting. Age restrictions have also been relaxed; I know someone who could take the B2 heavy truck test at 20, and at 24 with one year of C1 driving experience, they could take the A2 semi-trailer test. The simplified medical check is the most convenient—health certificates within their validity period don’t need to be redone, which saved me a trip to the hospital when I applied. The theory test now includes more safety content, like emergency handling and blind spot identification, so you’ll need to study more of that material when learning to drive. The validity period of safety training certificates has been extended to two years, making follow-up procedures easier. I recommend confirming you have enough driving experience before adding an endorsement. The practical test has strengthened scenarios like mountain and night driving, so practice well to avoid violations—after all, the core of the new regulations is safety first.
The 2021 new regulations for additional driver's license make learning to drive more friendly. When I upgraded from C1 to D license, I found there was no probation period restriction, which saved time by allowing direct application. The age requirement has been relaxed, allowing people aged 20 to 50 to apply for B2 type vehicles. In terms of medical examination, repeated checks are avoided, and the sharing of health certificates eliminates multiple hospital visits. The theoretical test has strengthened safety modules, such as risk prediction content, which I found very helpful for beginners during my learning process to avoid accidents. The safety learning certificate is valid for two years, making renewal more convenient. The practical test now includes real-life scenarios like reverse parking tests, and it is recommended to choose a reliable driving school for intensive training. The new regulations simplify the process but safety should not be overlooked. After completing the course, I felt an improvement in efficiency.
