Getting Your Original Driver’s License
Driver’s Licence Classification Chart
Class B
Class C
Class D
Class E
Class F
Class G
Class G1
Getting Your Driver’s License
If you are planning to apply for an original driver license, here are some things to consider:
1. If you are under 18 years old, you must obtain parental consent before applying for a learner’s permit or provisional driving licence. You cannot apply for a full licence without it.
2. A learner’s licence allows you to drive around town and on local roads. It does not allow you to drive on highways or freeways.
3. To apply for a learner’s licence, you must be 16 years old and pass a written test and road skills test.
4. Each month, you must complete 12 hours of supervised practice.This includes four hours behind the wheel and eight hours in a classroom setting.
5. Learners must undergo a medical examination prior to obtaining a learner’s licence.
6. You must attend a course called “The Road Safety Course,” which teaches drivers how to avoid accidents and respond safely in emergency situations.
https://drivetest.ca/find-a-drive-test-centre/alphabetical_list.html
Driver’s Licence Classification Chart
Driver’s licence classification chart
The driver’s licence classification chart is designed to help you understand what type of driving licence you require based on your age, gender, and the number of points you’ve accumulated.
This information is used by the police to determine whether you are eligible for a lower level of licence.
For example, if you’re under 18, you’ll need to hold a provisional learner’s permit. If you’re over 65, you’ll need to apply for an intermediate licence.
If you’ve been disqualified from holding a full licence due to drink-driving offences, you won’t be able to renew it until you’ve completed rehabilitation.
You can find out more here about how to obtain a licence.
You may also want to read our guide on how to get a driver’s license.
How to Apply for a Driver’s License
To apply for a driver’s license, you will need to provide proof of identity, such as a passport or birth certificate.
You will also have to show that you meet certain requirements, including being at least 17 years old, having no convictions for serious traffic violations, and passing a vision screening test.
You will then take a written test and a road skills test. The road skills test consists of two parts:
• Part 1: Driving on Public Roads
• Part 2: Vehicle Handling
You will also need to pay fees and submit additional documentation.
Class B
The Class B motor vehicle may not be driven on any public highway unless the following conditions are met:
(A) on a road intended for vehicular traffic; or
(B) by a person licensed to operate a motor vehicle under Chapter 397 of the Florida Statutes while transporting passengers for hire.
(C) for use in connection with commercial passenger transportation operations.
(D) in a school-purpose bus that operates solely within the boundaries of the school district in which it is housed.
(E) on a roadway designated for emergency vehicles.
(F) to transport people requiring medical care.
The driver must be 21 years old and hold a valid Class A commercial driver’s license. He/she cannot be under suspension or revocation at the time of hire. They must have completed 20 hours of classroom instruction within the previous 12 months. This includes 10 hours of behind the wheel training and 10 hours of classroom instruction.
The applicant must provide proof of completion of the required training. If he/she does not meet the requirements, he/she will not be hired.
Class C
Allowing Class C vehicle drivers to operate buses, trucks, vans, motor homes, trailers, recreational vehicles, utility vehicles, and certain motorcycles requires a driver’s license. As shown in Diagram 1-1A-3, the type of license required depends on the size and weight of the vehicle being driven. For example, a passenger car must be licensed for five passengers; a van must be licensed for eight passengers; and a truck must be licensed for 10 passengers. A motorcycle must be licensed for one rider.
Passenger Vehicle Permit
The following table lists the number of passengers allowed per each model of passenger car.
Number of Passengers Permitted by Vehicle Type
5 passenger cars
SUVs, 7
Minivans 8
http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/publications/handbooks.shtml
Class D
The maximum gross weight allowed for vehicles operating under Class D is 11,000 kilograms. This includes trucks, tractors, trailers, semi-trailers, etc. The maximum gross
The weight limit for vehicles operating in Class E is 5,500 kilograms. This includes passenger cars, vans, motorcycles, mopeds, bicycles, tricycles, quadricycles, etc. Diagram 1-1a is used to determine whether a vehicle exceeds the maximum gross weight limit. If it does, then the driver must follow the instructions given in paragraph 2.2.3.2. A “towed vehicle” is defined as a trailer pulled behind another vehicle. For example, a tractor pulling a trailer counts as one vehicle. However, a motorcycle towed behind a car does not count as a “towed vehicle.” In addition, a vehicle that weighs less than 4,600 kilograms (11,000 pounds) cannot tow another vehicle weighing more than 4,600 kilograms. In other words, you cannot pull a small car behind a large truck. If the total weight of both vehicles exceeds 11,000 kilograms, then the following applies: • The vehicle with the highest gross weight must adhere to its gross weight limits:
The maximum gross weight rating of vehicles operating on Class D roads is 11,000 kg (24,076 lb). This includes trucks weighing up to and including 12,500 kg (27,099 lb), tractors (including farm tractors) weighing up to and including 10,000 kg (22,046 lb), motorcycles and mopeds weighing up to and including 2,500 kg (5,490 lb), and passenger cars weighing up to and including 3,500 kg (7,704 lb). Vehicles exceeding 11,000 kg are permitted to drive in classes B, C, E, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, P, Q, R, S and T.
Class E
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced it is allowing commercial motor vehicles with up to 24 passengers to operate under Class E certification. This change allows drivers to transport students across state lines for educational purposes. These buses are allowed to drive in classes F and G. https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-g-drivers-licence-new-drivers
Class F
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has introduced a change in rules governing the type of vehicle drivers are allowed to operate. Drivers of large trucks weighing over 26,001 pounds must now be classified into one of two categories: Class F vehicles, which are limited to carrying 24 passengers; or Class G vehicles, which carry up to 28 passengers.
A Class D license is required for all other types of vehicles (including motorcycles). The following table shows the number of passengers permitted per type of vehicle.
Number of Passengers Permitted Per Vehicle Vehicle Type
Motorcycles 1
3 trucks
Vans 4
Recreational Vehicles 6
Utility vehicles, 7
Semi-tractors 9
Tra
This class allows the operation of large vehicles weighing over 26,001 pounds (12,000 kg). These include tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, dump trucks, and other similar vehicles.
The driver must have a valid Class A commercial license. He/she must also be at least 18 years old and have held a Class A license for at least three years.
Class G
Heavy duty trucks exceeding 4,600 kg are allowed. “
The Automobile Safety Council (ASC) has amended the definition of heavy duty trucks and light commercial vehicles (LCVs), effective immediately. This includes allowing the use of any vehicle weighing up to 11,000kg, provided it is not over 4,500kg in gross vehicle mass.
This change brings Canadian regulations into alignment with those in the United States, where similar rules apply. In Canada, the maximum allowable tow load for a class G vehicle is 8,400 kg.
In addition to the amendment to the definition of heavy duty vehicles, ASC has also modified the requirements for the installation of a safety cage in the rear seat area of such vehicles. As per the current regulation, a passenger side airbag must be installed in the front row of seats. However, under the new rules, an additional airbag must also be installed in the rear seats. https://www.ontario.ca/page/exchange-out-province-drivers-licence
Class G
The following vehicles are considered class G vehicles under the Highway Traffic Act:
* Pickup trucks towing a trailer weighing less than 4,600 kg.
* Small vans or light-duty pickup trucks towing trailers weighing more than 4,600 kg.This includes a pick-up truck pulling a camper or caravan.
* Light duty vans or pickup trucks towing a trailer weighing more than 5,500 kg.This includes a medium-duty van or medium-duty pickup truck pulling a semi-trailer.
A vehicle is classed as a class G vehicle if it meets one of the above criteria. If you tow a vehicle that is not listed above, it is assumed that the vehicle is a class H vehicle.
How do I know what my vehicle is classified as?
You can check out the vehicle registration card located inside your driver’s side door jamb. Click here to view a sample image.
