Can hybrid vehicles get blue license plates?
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Hybrid vehicles can get blue license plates. If it is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, then a green new energy license plate is required. More information about hybrid vehicles is as follows: Hybrid electric vehicles: a combination of fuel (gasoline, diesel) and electric energy, using an electric motor as an auxiliary power source to drive the vehicle. This is a complementary technology that can also be considered as integrated innovation. Taking mainstream hybrid technology as an example, the main power source is the engine, supplemented by a second power source - the battery. The combination of these two achieves energy savings. The electric motor assisting the engine can provide strong and smooth power during normal driving. During starting and acceleration: with the assistance of the electric motor, fuel consumption can be reduced. Simply put, compared to a vehicle of the same size, the fuel cost is lower. Therefore, owners can enjoy stronger starting and acceleration while achieving a higher level of fuel economy.
The Toyota hybrid my family bought last year has a blue license plate, and later I specifically checked the policy and found out that there are two types of hybrid vehicles. The type that doesn’t require charging, like the Honda Accord Hybrid or Camry Hybrid, has a battery too small to drive purely on electricity for more than a few kilometers, so it’s considered an energy-saving vehicle rather than a new energy vehicle, hence the blue plate. However, plug-in hybrids are different. Models like the BYD Tang DM, which can be charged and have a pure electric range exceeding 50 kilometers, meet the criteria for green plates. Policies also vary by region. Cities with license plate restrictions like Guangzhou and Shenzhen allow HEVs to get energy-saving plates, while Shanghai is much stricter. It’s advisable to confirm local policies with the dealer before purchasing a car to be safe.
