Will the owner get into trouble if someone else drives their car without a license?

[McAlivia]

They should bear certain responsibilities, but if they are not at fault, they will not be liable for compensation. Here is some information about driving without a license: Penalties include: Driving a motor vehicle without obtaining a motor vehicle driver's license, or when the motor vehicle driver's license has been revoked or temporarily suspended; handing over a motor vehicle to a person who does not have a motor vehicle driver's license or whose license has been revoked or temporarily suspended; fleeing the scene after causing a traffic accident, which does not constitute a crime; driving a motor vehicle at a speed exceeding 50% of the prescribed speed limit, etc. Legal basis: Article 99 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law".

[MacLandon]

I often notice when helping friends with car-related issues that when a car owner lends their vehicle to someone without a driver's license, the owner themselves can face significant trouble. According to traffic regulations, the car owner is considered the actual controller of the vehicle. If they knowingly lend the car to someone without a license, the owner may face joint liability. For example, if caught by traffic police, the owner could be fined several hundred to over a thousand yuan, receive penalty points, or even have their vehicle impounded. More seriously, if an accident occurs, the insurance company may refuse to cover the claim, leaving the owner responsible for all damages. I recommend always checking the borrower's driver's license before lending a car and taking a photo if necessary to prevent legal risks. From a safety perspective, unlicensed driving increases the chance of accidents and can damage the owner's reputation. Sharing these lessons on social media can help more people avoid similar pitfalls.

[VanBrielle]

Hey, speaking of lending cars, I have deep feelings about it. Last time, a car enthusiast shared that he lent his car to his unlicensed brother, who got caught. The owner also suffered—fined and faced a huge premium hike. Later, the insurance refused to cover an accident, leaving the owner to pay for repairs out of pocket. I think when lending a car, you can't be careless—check the borrower's driver's license to see if it's expired. Also, it's good to discuss cases in group chats to remind everyone that car owners bear significant responsibility. If caught driving without a license, the owner might even face legal trouble—totally not worth it. Protecting yourself starts with the details to avoid unnecessary trouble.

[JustinMarie]

From my driving experience, lending a car to an unlicensed driver is asking for trouble. If caught, the car owner will face fines and penalty points, and the vehicle may be impounded. It gets worse in case of an accident—insurance won't cover the damages, leaving the owner fully liable. Always check the validity and type of the driver's license before lending a car to avoid risks.