The sheer volume of vehicles on the road has placed immense pressure on traffic systems, making traffic jams a common occurrence. The frequent occurrence of traffic jams is indeed a headache for many commuters. Therefore, to alleviate traffic pressure, many people choose electric vehicles and motorcycles for their daily commute. This type of transportation is not only affordable but also avoids traffic congestion, making its popularity among residents understandable. However, starting in May, motorcycles and electric vehicles will face new policies. Questions regarding three aspects, including increased driving requirements, have been addressed. Upon hearing this news, many netizens have voiced their support. Electric vehicles and motorcycles are highly cost-effective, making them popular among many residents. As the number of users increases, certain traffic issues have emerged. Some owners of these valuable vehicles, lacking traffic awareness, frequently commit violations such as illegal passage or running red lights. These traffic problems have caused disruptions, prompting strict controls by relevant authorities. As enforcement intensifies, some irreversible issues have also arisen. The relevant authorities have introduced new national standards for electric vehicles. This policy explicitly defines the concepts of electric vehicles and motorcycles, providing specific classifications for existing electric vehicles. Based on the national classification standards for electric vehicles, certain categories of electric motorcycles will require drivers to hold relevant licenses. Additionally, authorities have announced three new regulations for motorcycles and electric vehicles effective May 1, 2022. First, current laws mandate that drivers of motor vehicles must be at least 18 years old, while certain vehicle types require drivers to be at least 20 years old. To obtain a motorcycle license, you must be at least 18 years old. Historically, the state considered motorcycles a specialized mode of transportation demanding higher physical fitness from drivers, thus prohibiting individuals aged 60 and above from operating them. This new regulation raises the motorcycle driving age limit from 60 to 70, a change welcomed by many riders. >II. Previously, citizens wishing to add a license category had to retake the written tests (Subjects 1 and 4) to obtain the new license. Since Subjects 1 and 4 are theoretical exams that applicants already pass during their initial license test, the new regulation exempts them from retaking these tests when adding a category. If you currently hold an F license, your primary vehicle category is mopeds. You cannot operate gasoline-powered motorcycles with an F license; an E license is required for such vehicles.

A D license permits operation of multiple vehicle types, including not only motorcycles but also gasoline-powered motorcycles and mopeds. Effective May 1, 2022, residents upgrading from an F license to an E license are exempt from the Subject 1 and Subject 4 theory exams, and those upgrading from an E license to a D license are also exempt from testing.

III. In many regions of China, electric vehicles or motorcycles must have license plates and riders must wear helmets when on the road. Under new traffic regulations, failing to wear a helmet will result in a one-point deduction from your driver's license. Previously, the process for obtaining permits for electric vehicles or motorcycles was more complicated, but starting May 1, 2022, residents can obtain license plates at points of sale.