Driving Licence Categories
Driving licence categories define which vehicles you may drive, such as cars, motorcycles, heavier vans or vehicles with large trailers.
What is Driving Licence Categories?
In the EU, category B covers cars up to 3,500 kg maximum authorised mass. Towing heavier trailers may need category BE or an extended B licence. Turkey uses similar letter categories to the European system. Newly qualified drivers in some countries face extra limits during a probation period.
How it works
Each category on the licence sets weight, seat and trailer limits for the vehicles the holder may drive.
Why it matters for your car
Large motorhomes and some vans can exceed what a car licence allows. Check the category codes and expiry dates printed on your licence.
Other terms
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- Charging System Test
- Comprehensive Car Insurance
- Cup Holder
- DAB Digital Radio
- Downforce
- Dry Sump Lubrication
- Dual Action Polisher
- Ohm’s Law
- Oil Level Sensor
- Permitted Axle Load
- Remote Engine Start
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- Shooting Brake
- Sun Visor
- Thermistor (Temperature Sensor)
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- Wheel Stud And Wheel Bolt
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