Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights a significant decline in the number of young people in South Korea obtaining driver's licenses, attributed to economic challenges and the improvement of public transportation systems [1][2] - In 2023, the number of new driver's licenses issued to teenagers and those in their twenties decreased by 20% and 30% respectively compared to 2020 [1] - The number of registered driving schools in South Korea has also declined, with a reduction from 367 to 342 in the first quarter of this year compared to five years ago, representing a decrease of approximately 7% [1] Group 2 - The average tuition fee for driving schools in Seoul has increased by 29% over the past five years, reaching 900,000 KRW (approximately 4,716 RMB) at the beginning of this year [1] - Young individuals are opting for more affordable driving schools located in suburban areas, where tuition is about 100,000 KRW (524 RMB) cheaper and the pass rate for exams is higher [1] - Many young people are also choosing to learn driving using car simulators, which cost less than 500,000 KRW (2,620 RMB) [1] Group 3 - For those who still need to drive, second-hand cars are preferred over new cars, with a projected 12% decline in new car purchases among individuals in their twenties in 2024, the largest drop across all age groups [2] - Despite the decline in new car purchases, the share of buyers in the second-hand car market remains stable for this age group [2]
【环球财经】经济压力大 韩国年轻人不再热衷考驾照
Xin Hua She·2025-05-30 07:27