Can Private Cars Use White License Plates?

[RichardLee]

Private cars cannot use white license plates. The following is a detailed explanation of the colors of vehicle license plates: 1. Blue background with white characters: Generally exclusive to small vehicles, but not limited to sedans. Passenger vehicles with fewer than 9 seats and commercial trucks with a load capacity of less than 1.5 tons can also use blue license plates. 2. Yellow background with black characters: Vehicles with yellow license plates mainly include large trucks, general M2 class light buses, medium and large buses, agricultural vehicles, trailers, minivans with 10 or more seats, and trucks with a load capacity of more than 1.0 tons. 3. White background with black characters: White license plates are commonly seen in public security departments, judicial departments, procuratorates, armed police forces, and the People's Liberation Army, representing national authority institutions. 4. Black background with white characters: The first type of black license plate is the Yue Z plate issued by the Guangdong Provincial Public Security Department, mainly facilitating travel between Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macau. Another type is for foreign institutions in China, such as consulates, which can have black license plates, representing official vehicles of the embassy, often displaying the national flag. 5. Green background with black characters: These are the license plates promoted in recent years for new energy vehicles, but not all new energy vehicles can use green plates. Pure electric vehicles (PEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) can use green license plates, while hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) cannot.

[DelMiles]

When I first bought my car, I was also curious about this and specifically asked a friend at the DMV. Private cars cannot use white license plates when driving normally. White plates are generally special plates for police cars, military vehicles, or government departments, serving official purposes. Ordinary car owners must use blue plates or green new energy plates to legally register and pass annual inspections. Once, I saw a guy on the roadside with a fake white plate, and he was immediately stopped by traffic police, fined, had points deducted, and his car was towed away. If the license plate color is incorrect, it may also cause issues with insurance claims and even affect selling the car. New drivers should first confirm their vehicle registration information and avoid making unauthorized changes to the appearance. The regulations are quite strict now, and everyone should follow the proper procedures honestly.

[VanLucia]

As an enthusiast who frequently researches vehicles, I understand that license plate colors each carry specific meanings. White plates are exclusive to government agencies or special-purpose vehicles, like police cars, and private cars are simply not eligible to use them. Regular family sedans should have blue plates or green plates for new energy vehicles; otherwise, it's illegal. I once saw a discussion on a forum about someone trying to imitate white plates to save on toll fees, only to face hefty fines and potential vehicle confiscation after being caught. Incorrect license plate colors can disrupt traffic order and hinder emergency vehicles. I advise everyone to consult clearly with 4S dealerships or vehicle management offices when purchasing a car, and never cut corners by attempting disguises. Additionally, ensure the numbers on your plates are clear and not worn out during inspections. Safe driving starts with compliance—these details should never be overlooked.

[ReaganMarie]

I found out through research that private cars cannot use white license plates. White plates are designated for specific official vehicles, while regular cars should have blue or green plates. I briefly checked the traffic laws to confirm this. A friend mentioned trying that type of plate and getting fined with points deducted, which was a huge hassle. It's best to directly ask the staff when registering your vehicle to ensure everything is legal and compliant.