Can the BMW i8 get a green license plate?
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BMW i8 can get a green license plate. Automobile License Plate Management Regulations: According to the national new energy vehicle license plate management regulations, if a motor vehicle is classified as a new energy vehicle, based on the vehicle's attributes, only new energy license plates can be issued when handling registration, transfer, and other registration procedures, and blue license plates cannot be issued. For new energy vehicles that already have blue license plates, they can continue to use the blue plates or choose to apply for a replacement with new energy vehicle license plates. Introduction to New Energy Vehicles: New energy vehicles refer to vehicles that use unconventional vehicle fuels as power sources, or use conventional vehicle fuels with new types of on-board power devices, integrating advanced technologies in vehicle power control and driving to form vehicles with advanced technical principles, new technologies, and new structures. New energy vehicles include hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, pure electric vehicles, and other new energy vehicles.
The BMW i8 can indeed get green license plates in many regions, but it ultimately depends on local new energy vehicle policies. This car is actually a plug-in hybrid sports car with a pure electric range of around 50 km. According to regulations in most Chinese cities, plug-in hybrid vehicles qualify for green plates as long as their pure electric range exceeds 50 km. However, specific implementation varies by region—some areas require proof of a fixed charging station or have restricted model lists. When I registered my i8, I encountered a minor hiccup: the dealership said the new energy quota required a separate application, which delayed the process by half a month. For those considering buying one, I recommend checking the latest policies at the local DMV first, as some cities have adjusted subsidies and road privileges for plug-in hybrids.
