What are the precautions for a probationary driver's license?

[Rachel]

Here are the precautions during the probationary period of a driver's license: 1. Signage: Failure to display the probationary sign will result in a fine of 20-200 yuan. 2. Accompaniment: Driving alone on the highway is not allowed. If driving on the highway, it must be accompanied by a driver who has held a corresponding or higher-level driver's license for more than 3 years. If caught by traffic police, a fine of 200 yuan will be imposed, and the driver will be directed to exit the highway at the nearest exit. 3. Incompatible vehicle types: Driving a vehicle type that does not match the license will be considered as driving without a license. The penalty for driving without a license is a fine of 200-2000 yuan, possible detention for up to 15 days, and 12 points deducted from the driver's license. 4. Qualification: The probationary period is the same as after regularization, with a full score of 12 points. If 12 points are accumulated during this period, the qualification for the permitted vehicle type will be revoked.

[McCody]

I remember when I just got my driver's license, the probationary period required extra caution. The key was to stick a probationary sign on the back of the car, which let other drivers know I was inexperienced, so they wouldn’t honk unnecessarily and make me nervous or prone to mistakes. Driving alone on the highway was too risky—it was best to have an experienced driver by my side for guidance in case of a blowout or loss of control. In the city, I drove slowly, avoiding sudden acceleration or exceeding 60 km/h. I practiced parking and reversing during the day when road conditions were better and avoided driving at night when poor lighting and visibility increased the risk of collisions. Fatigue driving was even more dangerous, so I took breaks every two hours to hydrate. During the probationary period, running red lights or reckless overtaking could result in doubled fines or an extension of the probation by a year—definitely not worth the hassle. I found it helpful to drive with friends to build confidence gradually without rushing.