Are new energy vehicles exempt from highway tolls?
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New energy vehicles are not exempt from highway tolls. Below is an introduction to new energy vehicles: 1. Introduction: New energy vehicles refer to automobiles that utilize unconventional vehicle fuels as power sources, integrating advanced technologies in vehicle power control and drive systems, resulting in vehicles with advanced technical principles, new technologies, and novel structures. 2. Definition: Vehicles powered by natural gas, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles, methanol-powered vehicles, and clean gasoline vehicles that meet the strictest emission and fuel efficiency standards. 3. Types: Hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), battery electric vehicles (BEV), fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV), hydrogen engine vehicles, as well as gas-powered vehicles and alcohol-ether vehicles, among others.
I've been driving compact cars for many years and am quite familiar with highway tolls. New energy vehicles like electric cars and hybrids usually aren't exempt from highway tolls - they must pay according to regulations. The national free-toll policy only applies once during major holidays like Spring Festival and National Day for passenger vehicles with seven seats or fewer, regardless of being new energy vehicles or not. From my extensive long-distance driving experience, while electric cars are eco-friendly and fuel-efficient, the time spent queuing at charging stations should be factored into the overall cost. Some regions have piloted toll-free policies, but there's no unified national regulation yet. It's best to check the official traffic management website or navigation apps before trips to avoid misunderstandings on the road - always prioritize safe driving. Also, EV subsidies mainly apply to vehicle purchases and charging infrastructure, not highway tolls - don't confuse these policies.
