What is the highest-level driver's license one can obtain for the first time?
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For first-time driver's license applicants, the highest-level licenses one can apply for are B2 and A3, provided the age requirements are met. Below is more information about applying for a driver's license: 1. Age requirements for application: To apply for a C1 (small car) license, one must be at least 18 years old. To apply for B2 or B1 (large trucks, medium-sized buses), one must be at least 21 years old. 2. Exam content: Subject 1 (full score 100, passing requires 90 points or above, including 90), Subject 2 (only pass or fail), Subject 3, and Subject 4 (full score 100, passing requires 90 points or above, including 90).
When I took my driver's license test for the first time, I was particularly excited about choosing which class to apply for. In China, first-time applicants can obtain licenses for vehicles like manual transmission compact cars, commonly referred to as Class C1. Some regions also allow those aged 18 and above to apply for Class B2 licenses for large trucks, but the latter requires additional physical fitness tests and is more challenging. It's recommended for beginners to start with Class C1, as compact cars are easier to handle and pose lower accident risks. Before the test, one must pass a theoretical exam to learn traffic rules; then, practical driving practice makes the road test easier to pass. I remember choosing Class C1 because my family car was an ordinary sedan, and there was no need to challenge myself with larger vehicles right away. After gaining a few years of driving experience, upgrading to higher classes like Class B becomes much easier. The whole process also involves medical examinations and fees, and choosing Class C1 saves both time and money—safety comes first.
