What types of vehicles can a C1 driver's license drive?

[DeMolly]

According to China's "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses": The driving scope of a C1 driver's license includes small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles; and light, small, and mini specialized operation vehicles. Additionally, a C1 license allows the holder to drive vehicles permitted by C2, C3, and C4 licenses, including small automatic transmission vehicles, light and mini automatic transmission cargo vehicles, low-speed cargo vehicles, and three-wheeled vehicles. A C1 license also permits driving light and small cargo vehicles with a total mass not exceeding 4.5 tons (including 4.5 tons), a vehicle length not exceeding 6 meters (including 6 meters), and an approved load capacity not exceeding 1.5 tons (including 1.5 tons). Drivers must operate motor vehicles strictly according to the vehicle types specified on their driver's licenses. According to the "Implementation Regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," driving a vehicle that does not match the license type is considered unlicensed driving in nature. Penalties include a fine ranging from 200 to 2,000 yuan, 12 demerit points, and possibly up to 15 days of detention. According to the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Business Work Standards" issued by the public security department, motor vehicle driver's licenses are implemented under a hierarchical system, dividing licenses into 15 levels: A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, D, E, F, M, N, and P. The permissible vehicle types for each license level are as follows: A1 license: Permits driving large passenger vehicles; A2 license: Permits driving tractors, heavy and medium-sized full trailers, and semi-trailer combinations; A3 license: Permits driving city buses with a capacity of 10 or more passengers; B1 license: Permits driving heavy passenger vehicles; B2 license: Permits driving heavy and medium cargo vehicles, etc.; C1 license: Permits driving small and mini passenger vehicles, etc.; C2 license: Permits driving small and mini automatic transmission passenger vehicles, etc.; C3 license: Permits driving low-speed cargo vehicles (originally four-wheel agricultural transport vehicles); C4 license: Permits driving three-wheeled vehicles (originally three-wheel agricultural transport vehicles); D license: Permits driving three-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement exceeding 50ml; E license: Permits driving two-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement exceeding 50ml; F license: Permits driving motorcycles with an engine displacement of 50ml or less; M license: Permits driving wheeled self-propelled machinery vehicles; N license: Permits driving trolley buses; P license: Permits driving tramcars.

[SavannahLee]

The C1 driver's license primarily allows driving small passenger vehicles and light trucks, including regular sedans, SUVs, and minivans with a body length not exceeding 6 meters. I remember when I first got my license, driving the family car to commute was very convenient. Later, I tried renting a small truck to transport some items, which was also fine, but the vehicle must be lightweight with a total weight limit of 4.5 tons. The key point is that you cannot drive large buses or tractors. My friend was fined for accidentally driving a large bus, which was quite troublesome. When choosing a vehicle, always check the model manual first to confirm it falls within the C1 category. Considering safety factors, these restrictions are mandated by national laws. I recommend new drivers check the labels on the car door before driving to avoid violations. In summary, the C1 license is quite flexible, covering most daily-use vehicles, but don't take the risk of driving the wrong type of vehicle for convenience.