What is a C1F driver's license and what vehicles can it drive?

[DelIsabella]

The C1F driver's license is a combined license of the C1 and F driver's licenses, covering C1, C2, C3, C4, D, E, and F. It allows the holder to drive small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro trucks, as well as light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles. Since each driver can only hold one driver's license, when additional vehicle categories are added to a license, the two categories are merged into one, resulting in this combined form. The details are as follows: C1 driver's license: The C1 driver's license is one of the codes for motor vehicle driver's licenses. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the C1 license permits driving small and micro passenger vehicles, light and micro trucks, and light and micro special-purpose vehicles. The small passenger vehicles driven must not exceed 9 seats, and the trucks must not exceed 6 meters in length. Additionally, the C1 license also allows driving all vehicle types permitted by the C2, C3, and C4 licenses. The C1 license examination consists of four subjects, conducted in the following order: traffic laws and related knowledge (referred to as Subject 1), field driving (Subject 2), road driving (Subject 3), and safety and common sense (Subject 4). F driver's license: The F license is the code for a light motorcycle license, allowing the holder to drive motorcycles with an engine displacement of 50ml or less and a maximum design speed of 50km/h or less. The F license is the lowest level of motorcycle license, with an application age range of 18 to 70 years old. The F license does not permit driving any other vehicle types. Like the C1 license, the motorcycle license examination also consists of four subjects, conducted in the same order. Requirements for adding a motorcycle license to a C1 license include: No record of full marks (12 points) in the current scoring cycle or the most recent scoring cycle before application. Possession of a C1 license for at least one year, i.e., completion of the probationary period. According to the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Business Work Standards" issued by the relevant authorities, motor vehicle driver's licenses are classified into a hierarchical system, dividing licenses into 15 levels: A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, D, E, F, M, N, and P. The vehicle types permitted by each license level are as follows: A1 license: Permits driving large passenger vehicles. A2 license: Permits driving tractors and heavy or medium-sized full or semi-trailer motor vehicle combinations. A3 license: Permits driving city buses with a capacity of 10 or more passengers. B1 license: Permits driving heavy passenger vehicles. B2 license: Permits driving heavy and medium-sized trucks, etc. C2 license: Permits driving small and micro automatic transmission passenger vehicles, etc. C3 license: Permits driving low-speed trucks (originally four-wheel agricultural transport vehicles). C4 license: Permits driving three-wheeled vehicles (originally three-wheeled agricultural transport vehicles). D license: Permits driving three-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement exceeding 50ml. E license: Permits driving two-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement exceeding 50ml. M license: Permits driving wheeled self-propelled machinery vehicles. N license: Permits driving trolleybuses. P license: Permits driving trams.

[AlexaFitz]

I have a good understanding of the driver's license system. The C1 license is a common type in China, which allows driving small manual and automatic transmission vehicles, including passenger cars with no more than 9 seats, such as family sedans, SUVs, and compact MPVs. The total vehicle weight must be kept under 4,500 kg. However, it does not permit driving large buses or heavy vehicles with trailers. If needed, one must obtain the C1E additional certification. In practical driving, I've noticed some friends being fined for illegally driving large vehicles, so it's crucial to understand the limitations. Obtaining a C1 license requires passing both theoretical and road tests. I recommend that beginners practice more to familiarize themselves with vehicle control and regulations. After getting the license, driving daily vehicles becomes easy, but don't overlook maintenance. Regular checks on tires and brakes can enhance safety.