Choose a city and start directly with the appropriate pre-selection for the CE driving license class.

The CE driving license class is the central extension for heavy trucks with trailers or semi-trailers. Here you can find out what requirements apply, how training and examinations work and what costs you should expect. You can also compare suitable driving schools for class CE on VEHI.

At CE, modern trailer vehicles, experienced driving instructors and good maneuvering training are particularly important. A comparison will help you find schools with a strong practical orientation and a transparent cost structure.

CE is the trailer extension of class C. It allows heavy truck combinations with heavy trailers or semi-trailers.

Classification:

• C: heavy truck
• CE: heavy truck with heavy trailer
• C1E: easier combination in the C1 range

CE is therefore the largest vehicle class for professional transport tasks.

The minimum age is based on the C regulations and is usually 21 years old. It may be possible to start earlier under recognized professional qualification routes.

Important points:

• Class C is usually a requirement.
• Proof of health and vision is mandatory.
• Additional professional driver requirements apply for commercial operations.

With CE you can drive heavy trucks with heavy trailers or semi-trailers.

Typical examples:

• Tractor unit with semi-trailer
• Road trains in long-distance and regional transport
• specialized heavy transport combinations

The specific technical data of the towing vehicle and trailer are crucial.

Typical requirements:

• existing class C
• Minimum age according to regulations
• medical suitability
• ophthalmological evidence
• Driving school registration
• Driving license office application

Depending on your professional activity, further evidence may be required.

The training is highly practice-oriented. The focus is:

• Coupling and uncoupling
• Maneuvering with a trailer/semi-trailer
• Cornering and swinging out
• Braking and load behavior
• safe driving with long combinations

Shunting training in particular is a central quality factor at CE.

Theory test The theory is about class-specific rules and safety aspects for heavy combinations.

Practical exam The practical test assesses vehicle control, driving technique, maneuvering and safe traffic behavior. The aim is to handle large combinations confidently.

CE is one of the more expensive classes.

Typical cost points:

• Basic amount and learning material
• Practical lessons with a team
• Examination fees
• medical and regulatory evidence

Depending on the region and hourly requirements, total costs are often between 3,000 and 7,000 euros.

C: heavy truck without heavy trailer CE: heavy truck with heavy trailer C1E: lighter trailer range

Anyone who regularly drives heavy combinations usually needs CE.

CE makes sense for everyone who wants to drive heavy truck combinations professionally and in accordance with the law. In many transport professions, class is a central qualification component.

On VEHI you can compare driving schools for class CE and choose the training that prepares you for real-world use.