What is the maximum age for driving with a C1 driver's license?
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There is no upper age limit for holding a C1 driver's license. However, applicants aged 70 and above must pass tests for memory, judgment, and reaction abilities. Physical examination requirements: Motor vehicle drivers aged 70 and above (including 70) must undergo an annual physical examination, while those under 70 do not need to. Permitted vehicle types: The C1 driver's license allows driving small and micro passenger vehicles, as well as light and micro cargo vehicles; light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. C1 driver's license holders cannot drive: large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams. Additionally, a C1 license does not permit driving vehicles with more than 9 seats or trucks with a total length exceeding 6 meters.
I've been driving for most of my life, so I know this very well. A C1 driver's license can be used until the age of 70, as long as you meet the health requirements. However, after turning 70, it's not as carefree as before—you need to submit a physical condition certificate every year, mainly a medical examination report. The traffic police department does this for everyone's safety, as vision and reaction speed may decline with age. Just the other day, I met a 65-year-old driver who was still operating a small truck and was quite energetic. Of course, I recommend friends over 60 to start paying attention to regular medical check-ups, with blood pressure and vision being key items to monitor. When driving, try to avoid nighttime or congested hours—safety first, after all.
