Are New Energy Vehicles with Out-of-Town License Plates Subject to Traffic Restrictions?
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New energy vehicles with out-of-town license plates are subject to traffic restrictions. Below is the process for purchasing license plates for new energy vehicles: 1. Obtain temporary license plates: After selecting a vehicle at the 4S store and paying the final amount, purchase insurance at the 4S store's insurance window. Then, take all the materials to the nearby traffic management bureau to obtain temporary license plates. For the first time, choose a location close to the 4S store. 2. Business verification: Business verification, also known as business filing, is the local industrial and commercial bureau's record of the sold new vehicle for future reference. If the purchased new vehicle has not undergone business verification before inspection and license plate registration, it will not affect the subsequent inspection and license plate registration process. After obtaining the temporary license plates, return to the 4S store to drive the vehicle for business verification. 3. Tax exemption certificate for vehicle purchase tax, and online self-selection of license plates: To self-select license plates online, register and select the number on the Public Security Traffic Safety Comprehensive Service Management Platform.
I used to drive a new energy vehicle with an out-of-town license plate to Beijing and found the traffic restriction rules quite confusing. Outside the Fifth Ring Road, there are basically no restrictions, but entering the Fifth Ring requires a temporary pass. Last year, I forgot to bring the pass when driving for business and was fined 200 yuan. The rules vary greatly between cities. For example, Shanghai restricts out-of-town plates during peak hours, but new energy green plates are sometimes exempt; Hangzhou is more lenient. I recommend using Baidu Maps to check the restriction times or contacting the local traffic hotline in advance to clarify. New energy vehicles enjoy many promotional benefits, and out-of-town plates can also enjoy convenience, but don’t be careless, especially when entering the core areas where traffic is heavy and roads are congested—it’s easy to violate the rules. Planning your trip in advance is key. I’ve gotten used to these hassles when driving and always carry some cash for fines. In short, stay updated on policy changes to avoid delays.
