Can a Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Pass Annual Inspection Without Its Battery?
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Plug-in hybrid vehicles cannot undergo annual inspection without their battery. Fuel efficiency of hybrid vehicles: Hybrid vehicles are equipped with two power systems: a fuel system and an electric system. The working principle is that during high-speed driving, the fuel system activates, allowing gasoline to fully combust and reducing exhaust emissions. During low-speed driving, it automatically switches to the electric system, reducing idle fuel consumption. On average, this can save about 4-5 liters of fuel per kilometer. Higher performance and enhanced driving comfort: With the presence of two systems, they complement each other, making up for each other's shortcomings. The electric motor provides power to the internal combustion engine, solving the issue of insufficient torque at low speeds and enabling faster acceleration. Enhanced driving comfort means you can enjoy the roar of the engine at high speeds while also experiencing the quietness during idle driving, as the electric motor reduces noise.
I don't think this is reliable. I've studied the vehicle inspection regulations - testing stations need to verify vehicle conformity. The battery in a plug-in hybrid is the core component of the powertrain. Removing the battery would alter the entire chassis structure, the OBD test would definitely report fault codes, and brake assist might also be affected. As for exhaust emission testing, without battery assistance the engine load increases, making it easier to exceed emission standards. Last year my neighbor tried removing the battery for inspection and was required to reinstall it for retesting, which took several days. You really shouldn't tamper with such critical components - maintaining the factory configuration is the safest approach.
