Why can't you drive on the highway during the probationary period?
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Here is an introduction about why beginners are not allowed on the highway: 1. Beginners are not very good at controlling the speed of the car: On the highway, the requirements for speed are very high. Some beginners drive very slowly because they are timid, which makes them prone to being rear-ended on the highway. On the other hand, some beginners are the opposite—they are bold and like to drive fast on the highway. 2. Driving on the highway is very dangerous for beginners: If the car breaks down, they may not know what to do, causing traffic jams for other vehicles. Beginners have no experience handling such situations, which are even more challenging on the highway compared to regular roads. 3. Beginners tend to get nervous: In emergencies, their reactions are slower compared to experienced drivers who can remain alert and responsive. Beginners are not allowed to drive alone on the highway during the probationary period. This is not only a matter of personal safety and responsibility to their families but also an attitude of responsibility toward other vehicles on the highway.
I think the main reason probationary drivers aren't allowed on highways is due to significant safety concerns. On highways, vehicles move at high speeds with dense traffic flow. New drivers who aren't yet familiar with operations have shorter reaction times - one careless moment could lead to an accident. I have a friend who, shortly after getting their license, was overconfident about driving on the highway and almost rear-ended another car. That scared me so much I never dared take such risks again. During the probation period, it's best for new drivers to gain more experience on regular roads before attempting highways. There's good reason for the one-year probation period mandated by law - safety comes first. Highway conditions are complex, requiring precise judgment for actions like lane changes and overtaking, which can easily make novices nervous and prone to mistakes. I've also seen statistics showing that new drivers have particularly high accident rates on highways, so this regulation definitely isn't arbitrary.
