Can You Still Participate in the Lottery for a License Plate After Buying a Pickup Truck in Beijing?
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In Beijing, purchasing a pickup truck does not require participating in the license plate lottery, as pickup trucks are not classified as passenger vehicles but rather fall under the category of light trucks. However, the downside is that pickup trucks are subject to traffic restrictions. While they can be driven outside the Fifth Ring Road without issues, they are prohibited from entering areas within the Fifth Ring Road (including the main roads of the Fifth Ring) from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM every day. Here is some additional information about pickup trucks: 1. Equal Treatment: Since 2018, pickup trucks have enjoyed the same treatment as passenger vehicles, with the annual inspection interval extended from 1 year to 2 years. Additionally, they no longer require reflective strips or door spray paint markings. Many residents living outside the Fifth Ring Road have chosen this "shortcut" of buying a pickup truck to obtain a Beijing license plate. 2. Higher Fuel Consumption: The number of vehicles in Beijing has already placed a severe burden on the city, and parking is also a significant issue. Furthermore, if you plan to use a pickup truck as a daily commuting vehicle, fuel consumption becomes a major concern. Gasoline-powered pickup trucks consume much more fuel than diesel-powered ones, approximately twice as much as regular gasoline-powered passenger cars.
