What does a driver's license showing C1D mean?
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C1 and D driver's licenses refer to a combined driver's license that permits driving both C1 and D class vehicles. The C1 class allows driving small cars, while the D class permits driving ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles. C1: Small cars, small automatic transmission cars, low-speed trucks, and three-wheeled cars. Small and micro passenger cars, light and micro trucks; light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles; small passenger cars with seating capacity of 9 or fewer. D: Three-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement greater than 50ml or a maximum design speed greater than 50km/h, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, and mopeds. Application age: The application age for a D class license is 18 to 60 years old. The minimum age for a C1 class license is 18 years old, with no upper age limit.
The C1D on my driver's license indicates that I am qualified to drive both C1 and D type vehicles. C1 represents the ability to operate manual transmission small cars, such as everyday family sedans, minivans, or light trucks; D stands for the ability to drive three-wheeled motorcycles, like those with a sidecar. I specifically chose these two categories when obtaining my license because my job requires handling both urban deliveries and rural transportation. On weekdays, I use the C1 portion for commuting to work, and on weekends, I drive a three-wheeled motorcycle to help my family with cargo transport, which is very convenient. However, safety is crucial—when riding a three-wheeler, I must wear a helmet and control my speed to avoid tipping over. This combination saves time compared to obtaining multiple licenses, but it requires familiarity with different driving rules to avoid confusion.
