New regulations expand the types of vehicles that can be driven on a regular license

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Transportation Minister Miri Regev has signed new regulations that expand the types of vehicles that can be driven on a regular license. Under the regulations, holders of a B license will be able to drive electric commercial vehicles weighing up to 4.25 tons, provided they have held the license for at least two years.

The regulations also approve an expansion of the driving permit to protected vehicles weighing up to 4 tons, and an easing for members of standby platoons. The amendment to the traffic regulations also expands the types of vehicles permitted for C1 license holders. Approval for each model will be given separately.

The date on which the regulations will take effect has not yet been set.