What kind of driver's license is required for low-speed electric four-wheelers?
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Driving a four-wheel electric vehicle requires a Class C driver's license, as follows: Types of driver's licenses and corresponding vehicle categories: C1 (Small Cars): Permitted vehicles: Small and micro passenger cars, as well as light and micro trucks; light and micro special-purpose vehicles. C2 (Small Automatic Transmission Cars): Permitted vehicles: Small and micro automatic transmission passenger cars, as well as light and micro automatic transmission trucks. C3 (Low-speed Trucks): Permitted vehicles: Low-speed trucks. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses": Article 94: If a motor vehicle driver commits any of the following acts, the traffic management department of the public security organ shall impose a fine: A motor vehicle driver continues to use the original motor vehicle driver's license after obtaining a replacement; Driving a motor vehicle during the probation period does not comply with the provisions of Article 75.
I've been driving a low-speed electric quadricycle for over three years. Initially, I thought such small vehicles didn't require a driver's license since they're slow and compact. But after nearly colliding with a motorcycle at a city intersection, I realized how significant driving risks can be. A driver's license isn't just a card—it educates you on traffic rules, such as interpreting traffic signals, anticipating road conditions before braking, and ensuring pedestrian safety. Without a license, you might unknowingly speed or ignore right-of-way rules, causing accidents that harm yourself and incur liabilities. I specifically obtained a C1 driver's license, and now I feel much more secure and protected when driving my electric vehicle. I recommend everyone not to take chances and prepare for the test early. The driving school process isn't difficult—combining theory and practice—and can be completed in a few months.
