Are Electric Tricycles Allowed on the Road?
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Electric tricycles are allowed on the road. Overview: Non-motor vehicles that are required by law to be registered may only be driven on the road after being registered with the traffic management department of the public security authorities. The types of non-motor vehicles that are required by law to be registered shall be stipulated by the people's governments of provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities directly under the central government based on local conditions. Others: Non-motor vehicles should be parked in designated areas. In the absence of designated parking areas, non-motor vehicles must not obstruct the passage of other vehicles and pedestrians. When disabled motorized wheelchairs and electric bicycles are driven in non-motor vehicle lanes, their maximum speed must not exceed 15 kilometers per hour.
I often see many electric tricycles running on the roads in the city, mainly used by couriers or small vendors. Whether they can be used on the road largely depends on local policies. Many cities classify them as low-speed electric vehicles, requiring license plates and a simple driver's license, with a speed limit of 25 km/h. For example, in Beijing, such vehicles must have a certificate listed in the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology catalog and must be insured. However, in remote rural areas, enforcement might be more relaxed, and they might be used without checks. If you're considering buying one, it's best to check with the local vehicle management office first. Don't just go for a cheap one without proper qualifications, as you could face fines or accidents. Safety is also a concern—tricycles are less stable than cars and can skid easily in the rain, so you should slow down.
