What vehicles can a B2B1 driver's license drive?
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B1B2 driver's license refers to a license that, after endorsement, allows the holder to drive both B1 and B2 permitted vehicle types. The B1 license permits driving medium-sized passenger vehicles (including city buses with a capacity of 10 to 19 people), while the B2 license permits driving heavy and medium-sized trucks, as well as large, heavy, and medium-sized specialized operation vehicles. Below is relevant information about the B2B1 driver's license: 1. Overview: Holders of a B2 driver's license must be accompanied by a driver who has held a corresponding or higher-level license for more than three years when driving on highways during the probationary period. Failure to comply with this requirement or having an unqualified accompanying driver will result in fines. The B1 driver's license is required by law for driving medium-sized buses. Holders of a B1 license who wish to drive large trucks can upgrade their license to a B1B2 license. 2. Requirements: Applicants for a medium-sized bus license must be at least 150 cm tall. For large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, trolleybuses, or tram licenses, applicants must have uncorrected or corrected visual acuity of at least 5.0 on the logarithmic visual acuity chart and must not be colorblind to red and green.
Back when I got my B2 driver's license, I learned that it allows driving large trucks, heavy-duty cargo vehicles, as well as small passenger vehicles and small automatic transmission cars under Class C, but not buses or special-purpose vehicles. I remember when I first started driving, friends often asked about my license type, and I'd explain that B2 is suitable for logistics like Lalamove or construction site transportation, since operating large vehicles requires proficiency. After over a decade of driving, my deepest realization is that safety comes first – driving the wrong vehicle type violates regulations, risking not just fines but danger. New B2 license holders should start practicing with light vehicles to adapt to dimensions and handling before considering larger trucks. Upgrading to a Class A license requires additional exams, which is quite time-consuming. In daily driving, verifying that vehicle dimensions match the license information is crucial to avoid roadside troubles.
When I first learned to drive with a B1 license, the instructor said it mainly allows driving medium-sized passenger vehicles, such as 19-seat or smaller business vans or school buses, as well as smaller vehicles like sedans and SUVs. Shortly after getting my license, I drove a shuttle van for a friend's company to transport people, and I noticed significant differences in seat comfort and handling. For daily use now, I recommend B1 license holders prioritize passenger-carrying needs when choosing a vehicle, and remember not to drive large trucks or trailers. If you want to drive larger vehicles, you need to obtain a higher-level license. Here's a little tip: keeping the windows clean and adjusting the rearview mirrors properly greatly enhances safety when driving a medium-sized bus. After getting your license, practice turning and reversing on the road more to build confidence—it's crucial. In terms of driving experience, medium-sized buses are more stable and suitable for long-distance passenger transport.
