What vehicles can be driven with a C1 driver's license?
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C1 driver's license allows driving small and mini passenger vehicles, as well as light and mini cargo vehicles, and light, small, and mini special operation vehicles. Vehicles that cannot be driven with a C1 license include: large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, mopeds, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams. The C1 driver's license is one of the codes for motor vehicle driving licenses. The order of examination subjects follows traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, road driving, and safety and civilization knowledge. During the examination, if a candidate fails in a previous subject, the following subjects will not proceed. There is one attempt for each of the second and third subjects, with one retake allowed. If the candidate still fails after the retake, the examination is terminated. Within the validity period of the learning driving certificate, reapplying for the examination is permitted. The maximum number of reapplications allowed is determined by local traffic authorities, with an interval of no less than 10 days between examinations.
As someone who has driven for many years, after obtaining my C1 driver's license, I can mainly drive small passenger vehicles, which are those with a total weight not exceeding 4.5 tons and fewer than 9 seats. Daily driving includes private cars or vans, such as common family sedans, SUVs, and small vans. However, I cannot drive large trucks or buses, which require a B or A license. Driving these vehicles is very convenient for city travel and sufficient for carrying some goods, but overloading should be avoided—safety is the top priority. Remember, a C1 license does not permit riding motorcycles; you need to obtain an E license separately, or you may face fines if caught. Before driving a small car, check the tire pressure and fuel level to ensure a smooth journey and avoid breakdowns that could spoil the mood.