Can I switch back to a gasoline vehicle license plate after changing to an electric vehicle in Beijing?
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Yes, you can switch back. According to the current policy in Beijing, vehicle owners only need to schedule the time and location for the license plate change through the Internet Traffic Safety Comprehensive Service Management Platform or the Traffic Management 12123 mobile app, and then proceed with the relevant procedures. The new policy for vehicle indicators in Beijing is as follows: Core content: In addition to the current lottery system for ordinary indicators and the queuing system for new energy indicators based on individual participation, a new method of indicator allocation based on "car-free families" and a points ranking system has been introduced. At the same time, the policy favors "car-free families" by giving them significantly higher chances of winning the lottery for ordinary indicators and a larger quota for new energy indicators compared to individuals, prioritizing the car ownership needs of "car-free families." This is the most important aspect of the policy adjustment. Increased indicators: The schedule for indicator applications and allocations has been adjusted. Instead of six allocations per year, there will now be three allocations—May for new energy indicators, and June and December for ordinary indicators.
I previously researched Beijing's passenger car license plate policy, and using a regular license plate to switch to an electric vehicle does not change the nature of the plate at all. That means even if you buy a new energy vehicle with your gasoline car plate, it remains essentially a regular plate. When you change cars next time, you can freely choose to continue buying an electric vehicle or switch back to a gasoline car, just like changing a phone case—totally flexible. However, it's crucial to note that only those who specifically apply to convert their regular plate to a new energy plate cannot switch back, but ordinary people using a gasoline plate to buy an electric vehicle don’t involve this process at all. Policy details are frequently updated, so I recommend checking the latest and most accurate guidance on the official website of the Beijing Municipal Transportation Commission or calling 12328 directly to clarify.
