Can I install dust strips on a new car without license plates?
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You can install dust strips on a new car without license plates, but it is recommended to install them after obtaining the license plates, otherwise it may not pass the inspection. Overview of vehicle license plates: Vehicle license plates are hard-coded number plates with registration codes issued by vehicle management authorities after reviewing, inspecting, and registering vehicles that have applied for plates, as stipulated by national vehicle management regulations with unified formats and styles. Legal documents: The vehicle registration certificate is issued by the vehicle management authority, recording the main contents of the vehicle's initial registration. It is kept by the owner, carried with the vehicle, and serves as a unified format registration booklet for recording changes and inspections at any time. According to the "Road Traffic Management Regulations," the vehicle license plate and registration certificate are the legal documents permitting the vehicle to drive on public roads.
Of course you can install dust seals! I installed door gap seals on my new car the very next day after picking it up. The dealership guy said such accessories that don't alter the vehicle's appearance won't affect license plate registration at all. However, I'd recommend avoiding overly flashy metal strips - plain black rubber ones are the safest bet. Remember to clean the door rubber seals thoroughly before installation, otherwise they might come off during highway driving. My best friend had installed ones with glitter before, and was asked to remove them during license plate registration - thankfully the inspection technician reminded her, saving her a wasted trip to the DMV.
