What items need to be tested for upgrading from B2 to B1?
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B2 to B1 license upgrade requires passing all three test subjects. Here are the relevant details: Training institution: Applicants should bring required materials to register at local motor vehicle driver training institutions. The training institution will then handle the procedures for adding permitted driving categories at the vehicle management office under its jurisdiction. Driving certificate: After passing Subject 1, the vehicle management office will issue a "Study Driving Certificate" (valid for three years) within one working day. Applicants must complete Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests within the validity period. If not completed within the validity period, passed subject results will become invalid.
I've been driving large trucks for almost 20 years and just upgraded my license from B2 to B1. The test items included retaking the theoretical exam (written test part), which required reviewing traffic rules and sign meanings. Then came the yard test, where I spent time practicing reverse parking and parallel parking—the longer bus front end really tested my spatial awareness. The actual road test was the most challenging, requiring me to drive a medium-sized bus on various urban routes while paying attention to lane changes and speed control during hill starts. I practiced several times a week and it took me three months to pass, as medium-sized buses handle differently. I also simulated passenger scenarios to avoid sudden braking. Remember, buses carry more people and pose higher risks, so it's crucial to stay calm during the test. The examiner focuses on overall smoothness and safety awareness. Using mobile apps for practice questions was really helpful. After upgrading my license, I can now take on school bus jobs, and my income has increased.
