Traffic Regulations in Germany

Whenever you want to understand a German’s attitude with respect to his car then, consider this saying: “A German’s favorite child is his car.” There is a lot of truth to this statement. Maybe now you can understand why Germans typically get so angry if someone barely grazes their bumper. Many landlords consider parking lots more important than playing grounds. In Saxony many people “adopt” their car as a part of their family and even give them nicknames.

Will my foreign learner’s permit be accepted as a driver’s license in Germany?

No. Because it is only temporary, it is not sufficient to qualify as a driver’s license.
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What kind of vehicle can I drive here with my international driver’s license?

As a member of the “EU club”, or as a citizen of an associated country, you will find your driver’s license as limited in Germany as it is in your home country (§§28 - 30 Fahrerlaubnisverordnung = Driving Permission Ordinance). If you are only allowed to drive cars with automatic transmission for instance, then it will be the same in Germany. 
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