Is driving becoming a luxury in Germany? DW 04/28/2025
Briefly

Learning to drive in Germany has become prohibitively expensive, with the cost of obtaining a license ranging from 2,500 to over 3,500 euros. This has turned driving lessons into a luxury for many young individuals still in education. The process is heavily regulated, requiring extensive theory and practical lessons, contributing to high costs. Many young people are failing their practical tests, leading to increasing calls for reform in the driving education system to make it more accessible and relevant, reflecting the ongoing reliance on cars as a primary mode of transport.
Foundationally, obtaining a driver’s license in Germany is becoming less accessible for young individuals, as costs have skyrocketed, now ranging from 2,500 to over 3,500 euros.
With increasing failure rates among young drivers and a hefty retest fee, many are calling for a reformation of the driving education system to better reflect current realities.
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