Getting A Drivers License

On your 16th birthday in the United States, every teenager can not wait to get their driver's permit. It is awesome to be able to drive and the freedom that comes with it; once you pass the drivers test.

The problem is to many young lives are cut short because of not taking driving seriously. To try an avoid that in Germany, they make the license way more difficult then in the United States. 

In Germany, you must be 18 to apply for a driver's license. You then do 45 hours approximately with trained professional and 12 hours of theory in a classroom. You must then take a driving test with a professional and prove you meet driving standards. 

If you pass, you must pay around $2000 to get your license. However, the license is good for life. The strict driving standards in Germany cut down on the number of accidents, even though they are known to be faster drivers.

I believe we in America should make driving test harder because some people should just not be allowed to drive. 

Booklet in german for driving test. (Non-orginal photo)