Can Beijing New Energy Vehicle Indicators Purchase Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles?
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Beijing new energy vehicle indicators can purchase plug-in hybrid vehicles, but with traffic restrictions. Below is relevant information about Beijing's new energy vehicles: 1. Business Scope: Assembly of new energy vehicle power modules (specifically including assembly of power module motor systems, power module battery systems, and power module electronic control systems); Preparation for production projects of new energy vehicles, pure electric vehicles, and hybrid vehicles; Sales of new energy vehicle power module system components; Technology development, technology transfer, and technology consulting. 2. Power: In terms of power, the EC180 is equipped with an electric motor with a maximum power of 41 horsepower and a peak torque of 140 N·m. The electricity comes from a battery pack with a capacity of 20.3 kWh. Official data shows that the EC180 model has a maximum range of 180 kilometers, a range of 156 kilometers under NEDC conditions, and a top speed exceeding 100 km/h. However, the new vehicle only supports slow charging, with the charging process taking up to 7 hours.
Last month, I finally got a new energy vehicle (NEV) license plate through Beijing's lottery system. Overjoyed, I wanted to buy a plug-in hybrid for both cost savings and environmental benefits. But my excitement was short-lived after visiting several 4S dealerships—reality hit hard. The salesperson informed me that Beijing's NEV license plates can only be used to purchase pure electric vehicles (BEVs), as plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are classified under the conventional fuel vehicle quota. That's just how the policy is set—I'd have to reapply for a fuel vehicle plate or give up on hybrids and opt for a BEV instead. I remember researching policies before buying and discovering that PHEVs actually have lower emissions, but the Beijing government prioritizes zero-emission BEVs, which does make more sense environmentally. Eventually, I chose a BEV. While charging can be a hassle, there are plenty of benefits, like no longer needing to enter the fuel vehicle lottery. This whole experience was a wake-up call—always double-check the rules before applying for a license plate to avoid dashed hopes. My advice to anyone concerned about quotas: check the latest regulations on official government websites first, so you don’t waste time and effort like I did.
