License at 17 years old, simulator, automatic box: new on driving license

Permit at 17 years

Young people who take accompanied driving (early learning to drive) can now take the practical driving test from the age of 17. Be careful, however, to be able to drive without an accompanying person, you must always wait for the age of 18.

Simulator

In addition, as part of the mandatory training hours, 10 hours (compared to 5 hours previously) can now be done on a simulator. Driving on a simulator should in particular make it possible to better understand driving under all circumstances (snow, ice, etc.).

Auto Box

Finally, the automatic transmission license can be converted into a conventional license (with manual transmission) within a reduced period of 3 months (compared with 6 months previously). However, those who want to change their license will be required to complete 7 hours of additional driving training.