Can You Drive on the Road with Temporary License Plates but No Vehicle License?

[MacLondyn]

New cars with temporary license plates but no vehicle license cannot be driven on the road. According to regulations, drivers must carry the vehicle license when driving on the road. If the vehicle license is not available, the vehicle cannot be driven on the road. If driven on the road without the license, the driver will be fined between 20 and 200 yuan, deducted 1 point, and the vehicle will be temporarily impounded until the vehicle license is provided. Below is more information about temporary license plates: 1. Types of temporary license plates: There are two types of temporary license plates. One has a sky-blue background with black characters and black borders, which is limited to driving within the city, known as local temporary license plates. The other has a brown-yellow background with black characters and black borders, which can be used for driving across cities, known as non-local temporary license plates. 2. Rules for using temporary license plates: Before the official license plates are issued, only temporary license plates can be used. Once the official license plates have been issued, even if the temporary license plates are still within their validity period, they cannot be used anymore. If discovered by traffic police, corresponding penalties will be imposed.

[Elliot]

Here's what I think: temporary license plates and the vehicle registration certificate are both essential, and neither can be omitted. Traffic regulations clearly state that when driving on the road, you must have valid vehicle license plates and the corresponding registration certificate—these serve as the legal ID for your car. If you only have temporary plates but no registration certificate while driving, the police could easily issue you a fine, typically ranging from 200 to 2,000 RMB, and may even impound your vehicle or deduct points, leading to major trouble. Although new cars come with temporary plates that can be used for a few days, the registration certificate is still being processed, so it's best to wait until it's fully issued before driving. If you really have an urgent matter, I suggest not taking the risk—call for a towing service or use other means of transportation instead, ensuring safety and peace of mind. After all, if an accident occurs, insurance claims could become problematic. Driving responsibly means ensuring all vehicle documents are complete.

[LeOlive]

I have to tell you, this is absolutely unacceptable! Last time my neighbor bought a new car and rushed to drive it with only a temporary license plate. He got pulled over by the police, fined 500 yuan, and had his car towed away, which delayed his work for several days. The vehicle registration certificate is like the car's household registration document—without it, the car isn't legal. New cars can usually use temporary plates for a short period, but you must have the registration certificate properly processed before driving with peace of mind. Driving without complete documentation is too risky—insurance companies may deny claims in case of accidents, leading to even greater losses. So my advice is to wait until all documents are ready or negotiate with the dealership to expedite the paperwork. Don’t cut corners and invite trouble.

[DelLuke]

The basic rules for driving on the road are essential. Driving with a temporary license plate but no vehicle registration certificate is absolutely against the rules. The vehicle registration certificate is the legal proof of the vehicle, showing who owns it and where it is registered. Without it, even with a temporary license plate, the police can impound the car and impose fines. I've seen many car owners fined 200-300 yuan for this, and even get points deducted, which could affect their future driver's license. When you first buy a new car, the temporary license plate can be used for about a week, but you must have the vehicle registration certificate in order before hitting the road. If you're in a hurry to use the car, check the local traffic regulations—sometimes you can get the documents reissued, but it's best not to risk it. Insurance is also quite important; without the vehicle registration certificate, accidents may not be covered, leading to significant losses. In short, it's safest to patiently wait until all the paperwork is complete.