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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH: More than 16,000 residents of Acre have already requested their first license through the app in 2026

Over 16,000 residents in Acre have applied for their first National Driver's License through the CNH app in 2026, with a significant cost reduction and streamlined process.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Detran opens registrations for Popular CNH aimed at the LGBTI+ public in Ceará; see how to participate

The Detran of Ceará has opened registrations for the Popular CNH program aimed at the LGBTI+ community, offering 150 spots for first-time drivers.

Feb 26 • 21:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH: more than 10,000 Brazilians have already obtained their first driver's license through the government app

Over 10,000 Brazilians have successfully completed the process of obtaining their first driver's license using the CNH Brazil app launched by the Ministry of Transport.

Feb 24 • 21:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Detran reduces the cost of medical and psychological exams for obtaining a driver's license in Pernambuco

The cost of medical and psychological exams required for obtaining a driver's license in Pernambuco has been reduced to R$ 180 following a recent announcement by Detran.

Feb 24 • 17:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Going to get your driver's license? Detran's list includes qualified self-employed instructors in Acre; see how to contact them

Acre's Detran has released an official list of authorized self-employed instructors for those seeking to obtain their driver's license.

Feb 23 • 20:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young woman celebrates passing practical driving test without ramp and parallel parking: 'My dream now is to stop at a sobriety checkpoint'; VIDEO

A young woman's joyful reaction to passing her driving test without the ramp and parallel parking component demonstrates the impact of recent changes in test requirements in Brazil.

Feb 23 • 19:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH: see the new limits of points to lose your driver's license after rule change

This year, new rules regarding point accumulation for Brazil's National Driver's License (CNH) came into effect, adjusting the limits for license suspension based on serious infractions.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New rule for CNH provides suspension with 20, 30, or 40 points; understand the criteria

In 2026, Brazil implemented new point accumulation rules for the National Driver's License (CNH), affecting suspension thresholds based on traffic violations.

Feb 20 • 06:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Detran removes parking and ramp test from practical exam for CNH in Pernambuco

The Detran in Pernambuco has removed the parking and ramp tests from the practical exam for obtaining a CNH in category B, following new national guidelines.

Feb 19 • 17:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government opens registration for those who want to obtain a free driver's license in Paraná; see how to register

The government of Paraná has opened registrations for the CNH Social program, providing free driving lessons and costs related to obtaining a driver's license for eligible residents.

Feb 12 • 21:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Changes in the CNH: students can cancel auto school contracts and request refunds; understand

New regulations allow students to cancel auto school contracts for the CNH and receive refunds for uncompleted classes without penalties in Brazil.

Feb 12 • 14:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

End of Parking Maneuver and Elimination of Penalized Faults: Understand the Changes from Detran-PI in the Practical CNH Test

The Detran-PI has announced significant changes to the practical driving test for obtaining a CNH in Brazil, including the elimination of the parking maneuver test and adjustments to fault penalties.

Feb 10 • 18:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parallel parking no longer mandatory for driver's license in Piauí, declares Detran

The Detran of Piauí has announced that the parallel parking test will no longer be a mandatory requirement for obtaining a driver's license in the state, starting from this month.

Feb 10 • 13:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH: how the new point system of the practical exam works, which has no disqualifying flaws

Brazil's new driving examination rules eliminate the mandatory parking maneuver and implement a points system for candidate infractions.

Feb 10 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CNH: Campinas region has 59 autonomous instructors, but professionals must follow rules to use their own car

The Campinas region in Brazil has 59 registered autonomous driving instructors, but confusion regarding vehicle usage rules hampers their ability to teach effectively.

Feb 9 • 16:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Online theoretical exam for the first driver’s license starts to be carried out in Goiás

The online theoretical exam for the first National Driver's License (CNH) will commence in Goiás on Wednesday, improving accessibility for candidates.

Feb 9 • 14:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parking maneuver is no longer an eliminatory stage in CNH exam in Tocantins; understand

Recent changes to the Brazilian Driving Exam Manual have made the parking maneuver part of the driving exam non-eliminatory, allowing it to take place at the end of the test to mirror real-life traffic situations.

Feb 6 • 12:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New CNH: Brazilians saved R$ 499 million on automatic renewal, says ministry

Under new CNH rules effective from the end of 2025, 685,325 drivers have renewed their licenses automatically and for free, resulting in a savings of R$ 499.2 million in fees and administrative costs, with the Southeast region leading in automatic renewals.

Feb 5 • 14:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Paraíba registers an increase of over 600% in CNH requests in January 2026

In January 2026, the number of requests for the National Driver's License (CNH) in Paraíba surged by 619.6% compared to January 2025, rising from 4,445 to 31,988 requests.

Feb 5 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'It's a setback, a lack of responsibility': the auto schools association of SP says it will appeal recent changes in the CNH

The auto school association in São Paulo plans to challenge recent changes in the driver's license process, arguing that eliminating the parking test represents a regression in responsibility and standards.

Feb 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Even without obligation, students decide to continue practicing parking after changes in the CNH: 'It’s part of learning to drive'

After the removal of the parking maneuver from the practical driving test in São Paulo, students express a sense of responsibility and opt to continue practicing despite the lack of requirement.

Feb 5 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

First CNH Issuances Reach 298.5 Thousand After Lula Eases Rules; SP Leads

Following rule changes that eased the requirements, the number of first CNH (National Driver's License) issuances reached 298,500, marking a 360% increase in applications compared to last January.

Feb 3 • 17:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parking Maneuver No Longer Required for Driver's License Test in RS

The parking maneuver will no longer be required in the practical exam for obtaining the National Driver's License (CNH) in Rio Grande do Sul, according to an announcement by DetranRS.

Feb 3 • 14:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Search for the first CNH increases by 25% in the state of SP in January, says Detran; increase was 35% in the capital

The search for the first National Driver's License (CNH) in São Paulo state rose by 25% in January compared to last year, with a 35% increase noted in the capital, according to Detran-SP.

Feb 2 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CNH in Paraíba: see what has changed and what are the requirements to obtain the first license

This article discusses recent changes to the process of obtaining a National Driver's License (CNH) in Paraíba, including the elimination of the parallel parking test and updates provided by the State Department of Transit.

Feb 2 • 19:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Detran announces the removal of the parallel parking test in RN

The Department of Traffic of Rio Grande do Norte (Detran-RN) announced it will remove the parallel parking test as a standalone and eliminatory stage in the practical driving exam for obtaining the first National Driver's License (CNH).

Feb 2 • 17:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Beacon, automatic car, and parking: know what changes in the practical exam for obtaining the CNH

The Brazilian Vehicle Driving Exam Manual outlines new guidelines for the practical driving test for first-time CNH applicants, standardizing evaluation criteria and processes across the country.

Feb 2 • 16:30 UTC

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