Driving Without a License: Dangers and Penalties

“A good thing lasts long,” as the saying goes. This is especially true in the world of vehicles. Owning a new Hino truck, traveling long distances from Hanoi to Hai Phong, is a dream for many. But taking shortcuts is never a good idea, especially when traffic laws are in place for our own safety.

The Dangers of Driving Without a License

Driving without a license, whether it’s a 5-ton Isuzu truck, a Ford Ranger pickup, or any other vehicle, is like putting yourself and others at risk. Imagine a beautiful day, you’re driving a Dongfeng truck full of goods from Cau Giay district to Gia Lam district, and suddenly encounter an unexpected situation on the road. Without the skills to handle the situation, you could cause a tragic accident.

A car crash involving a truck with broken parts scattered on the road

Risks to Yourself and the Community

According to Nguyen Van A, a traffic safety expert at the Hanoi Vehicle Research Institute, “in the book ‘Traffic Safety – An Urgent Issue,’ up to 70% of traffic accidents involving trucks are caused by drivers without a license or with an invalid license.”

Heavy Penalties

Driving without a license is a violation of the law and will be subject to severe penalties. Fines can reach millions of VND, and you may even have your driver’s license revoked. You can find out more about the penalties in our article “How much is the fine for driving without a car license?” on our website.