Are 7-seater vehicles free on highways during toll-free periods?
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Highway toll exemptions for 7-seater vehicles are only applicable during statutory holidays and their consecutive rest days. Domestic expressways offer toll-free passage during four major national holidays: Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, and National Day. Outside these toll-free periods, the charging coefficient for 7-seater vehicles and smaller passenger cars remains consistent. Introduction to highways: Highways refer to high-speed roads, distinguished from medium-speed and low-speed roads. In environments where low-speed is predominant, it represents normal or standard speed, while in medium-speed dominant environments, medium-speed becomes the norm. Precautions before entering highways: Check weather and road conditions, conduct vehicle safety inspections, plan your route in advance, carry a vehicle breakdown warning sign and a fire extinguisher, and establish a travel and rest schedule beforehand.
As a car owner who often travels with my family, I have a 7-seater MPV. During toll-free holidays like the Spring Festival or National Day, it easily qualifies for free expressway passage. The policy clearly states that small passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer are exempt from tolls. Last time I drove to the mountains for a trip, the ETC directly waived the toll. The free period usually starts at midnight on the first day of the holiday and ends at 24:00 on the last day, so plan your trip accordingly. Holiday travel can be crowded and prone to traffic jams—while you save money, remember to drive safely and avoid rushing. A quick reminder: your vehicle must meet the approved passenger capacity of no more than 7 people. Modified large commercial vans, for example, wouldn’t qualify. In short, 7-seaters enjoy toll-free benefits—just carry your documents for inspection if needed.
