Can Tesla vehicles switch to blue license plates?
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Tesla vehicles cannot switch to blue license plates. Tesla's models include: Model X, Model Y, Model 3, Model S, Roadster, etc. Taking the 2021 Model Y as an example, its body structure is a 5-door, 5-seat SUV with dimensions of 4750mm in length, 1921mm in width, and 1624mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2890mm and a curb weight of 1997kg. The 2021 Model Y features a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension, with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system.
As a veteran DMV staff member who processes license plate applications daily, I can confirm that Tesla, being an electric vehicle, is only eligible for green new energy license plates. Blue plates are designated for gasoline-powered vehicles, and policy clearly prohibits any swapping between the two. I've encountered cases where owners wanted to switch plates, but the DMV system automatically assigns plates based on vehicle type. New energy vehicles directly receive green plates upon registration, enjoying benefits like purchase tax exemption and unrestricted driving. If someone insists on switching to a blue plate, they'd need to convert the vehicle to a traditional combustion engine – a technically complex and illegal process that would void the vehicle certification and potentially incur fines. My advice to owners is to embrace the advantages of green plates and focus on eco-friendly transportation.
