What is the difference between learning to drive C1 and C2?
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Here are the specific differences between a C1 driver's license and a C2 driver's license: 1. Concept: A C1 driver's license refers to a manual transmission license, while a C2 driver's license refers to an automatic transmission license. A C1 license allows you to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles, whereas a C2 license only permits driving automatic transmission vehicles. 2. Eligible vehicle types: A C1 license allows driving small and micro passenger cars, as well as light and micro trucks, and light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles. A C2 license, on the other hand, permits driving small and micro automatic transmission passenger cars and light and micro automatic transmission trucks. 3. Medical examination requirements: For a C1 license, individuals aged 70 and above must undergo an annual medical examination, while for a C2 license, those aged 60 and above must have an annual medical check-up.
When I was learning to drive, I struggled with choosing between manual and automatic transmission. I opted for manual because it was more cost-effective and versatile—getting a C1 license allows you to drive all passenger cars, including automatics, while a C2 license restricts you to automatic vehicles. Practicing reverse parking with a manual was tough, requiring coordination of hands and feet, but mastering it improved my reflexes and saved fuel. Automatics are much simpler, letting you focus on steering and shortening the learning period by a week or two. In daily driving, C2 is hassle-free, avoiding stalling in traffic, but since most new cars are automatics, learning C1 prepares you for older or rental cars. My advice: choose C1 if you plan to drive long-term, or C2 if you need a license quickly—don’t just focus on minor differences in pass rates.
