What is the C-class for small car driving licenses?
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Household small cars generally require either a C1 or C2 driving license. Both refer to vehicles with a total mass not exceeding 4.5 tons, seating capacity (including the driver) not exceeding 9 people, or a vehicle length under 6 meters. The vehicle types permitted by a C1 license include small cars (both manual and automatic transmission). The vehicle types permitted by a C2 license are small automatic transmission cars. Below is the application process for C1/C2 small car driving licenses: 1. Bring the original and a copy of your ID card to the driving school registration point to enroll, and wait for the arrangement of theoretical study time (non-local students need a temporary residence permit, which the driving school can handle on their behalf); 2. Undergo a physical examination, which includes passing tests for ECG, blood pressure, height, weight, hearing, grip strength, back strength, vision, and color vision; 3. Pass the exams (all four subjects must be passed). 4. Collect the driving license by presenting your ID card at the registration point.
Back when I was getting my driver's license, I did some research. The small vehicle license is categorized as Class C, which includes C1 and C2. C1 is for manual transmission and allows you to drive small vans and SUVs, while C2 is only for automatic transmission. Most people opt for C1 because it's more versatile and makes renting cars easier. However, many young people nowadays go straight for C2, since driving manual in city traffic can be exhausting. It's important to note that you can generally drive vehicles with blue license plates, but not those over 6 meters in length or carrying more than 9 passengers. Recently, when helping my cousin enroll in driving school, the instructor mentioned that C1 tuition is actually a few hundred bucks cheaper.
