What to Do If a Ride-Hailing Driver Has Less Than 3 Years of Driving Experience?
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Drivers with less than 3 years of driving experience cannot become ride-hailing drivers; they must have at least 3 years of driving experience. Drivers engaged in ride-hailing services must not have records of traffic crime offenses, dangerous driving crimes, drug use, or drunk driving. Below is additional information: Relevant regulations: Article 15: The municipal-level transportation authority in the service location, upon application by the driver or the ride-hailing platform company, verifies the conditions specified in Article 14 and conducts the required assessment. For drivers who meet the criteria and pass the assessment, the "Online Car-Hailing Driver’s License" will be issued.
Hey, I'm a young guy who's been driving for just over two years and I'm also thinking about becoming a ride-hailing driver to earn some money. But the platforms require at least three years of driving experience, which is really a bummer. I've checked the info, and most mainstream platforms like DiDi have this hard rule mainly due to safety concerns—shorter driving experience means a higher chance of accidents. My advice is to wait it out. If you don’t have three years under your belt, just focus on gaining more experience—don’t rush it. In the meantime, drive your own car for daily commutes, practice more in complex urban traffic, or find another part-time job like a logistics delivery driver to get familiar with road conditions and customer service. Once you hit the three-year mark, applying is easy, and platform approval is quick. Remember, safety always comes first—don’t break the rules just to make money. Also, pick up some basic car repair skills to handle minor roadside issues, which can keep your driving record clean and boost your chances of approval. Be patient, keep practicing and learning, and your future in this field will be bright.
