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Graduated Licensing Systems

Graduated licensing systems are designed to provide new drivers with the skills and experience necessary to safely operate their vehicles. There are typically three steps or stages through which a new driver must pass before they are officially recognized by the government as a licensed driver.

Acquiring a learner’s permit typically requires a minimum age, passing a vision test and the completion of a government administered test. Those who hold a learner’s permit must generally drive under the supervision of a licensed driver, have a limited number of passengers in the vehicle, and remain free of any road violations or accidents before moving to the next stage.

A restricted or probationary license is typically awarded six months to a year after acquiring a learner’s permit. Those who receive an intermediate or probationary license are generally permitted to drive without supervision during daylight hours, but may encounter some limitations after dark.

The receipt of a full license typically requires a minimum age, a period of limited driving, and the successful completion of a government administered road test. Once fully licensed, drivers are able to operate their vehicles independently, provided they continue to adhere to the regulations outlined by their respective government.

DriveSync’s advanced GPS and cellular technologies can assist governments in the licensing process by identifying ‘good’ drivers. Driving data and reports can reduce wait times between stages for good drivers or lengthen them for aggressive and reckless drivers.