Can 48V Mild Hybrid Vehicles Get Green License Plates?
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This type of vehicle cannot obtain a green license plate. Only pure electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles are eligible for green license plates. Green license plates are designated for new energy vehicles, specifically for pure electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The differences between plug-in hybrid vehicles and regular hybrid vehicles are as follows: 1. The most significant difference is that plug-in hybrid vehicles require charging, whereas regular hybrid vehicles do not. 2. Plug-in hybrid vehicles have larger batteries and more powerful motors, allowing for longer driving ranges in pure electric mode. Regarding regular hybrid vehicles: In most cases, the motor in a regular hybrid vehicle only serves to adjust speed and assist the engine. The motor in such vehicles typically operates only during startup or low-speed crawling. If you wish to use a green new energy license plate, you need to purchase either a pure electric vehicle or a plug-in hybrid vehicle.
I have a good understanding of cars. The 48V mild hybrid system relies on a small electric motor to help save some fuel, but it cannot be charged externally and solely depends on the engine for power generation. China's new energy green license plate policy stipulates that only pure electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, or fuel cell vehicles can apply for green plates. Plug-in hybrids must have a pure electric range of at least 50 kilometers. The 48V mild hybrid doesn’t meet this standard, so it generally can’t qualify for a green plate. When buying a car, don’t be fooled—check for a charging port and don’t just focus on fuel efficiency. If you want to enjoy green plate benefits, such as exemption from purchase tax or traffic restrictions, go directly for a plug-in hybrid or pure electric model—it’s a safer bet. The policy is quite strict, so don’t gamble on luck.
