Major changes for drivers in the EU: introducing the digital licence, lowering the driving age and regular assessments

The European Commission has decided on a series of major changes to driving licences, which will also apply in Romania. The license will become digital, medical evaluations will be introduced before obtaining it, and the minimum age for professional drivers will decrease. The new rules are aimed at improving road safety and will need to be implemented in all Member States in the coming years.

Road safety is a major concern and the new directive introduces changes aimed at reducing accidents, improving administrative processes and adapting to technological advances. These changes will affect millions of drivers, from beginners to experienced drivers. One of the most innovative aspects of the new directive is the introduction of digital driving licences. These will be stored in the EU Digital Identity Wallet and can be accessed via mob…

Young people under 18 in the European Union will be able to obtain a driving license starting at the age of 17, according to a directive adopted by the European Commission. The article Driving license from 17 years old. Who will be able to obtain it and under what conditions first appeared on Romania TV.

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Reading time 3 minutesThe discussion on the withdrawal of driving licences in old age has recently given rise to a number of discussions, often about the question of whether older people from a certain age are actually too old to drive a car. The debate stems from plans of the European Parliament, which, under the motto "no accident deaths" has discussed new rules for driving licences in the EU. How these ideas could have a concrete impact on se…