Do electric vehicles require annual inspection?
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Pure electric vehicles require annual inspection. Here are some considerations when purchasing a new energy electric vehicle: Range: Pay special attention to the range. It is essential to note the driving conditions under which the range is measured, preferably the NEDC comprehensive cycle, as daily driving conditions are unlikely to always be at a constant speed. Battery cycle life: Observe how many full charge and discharge cycles the battery can support before its capacity degrades to 80%. Currently, the most challenging issue for electric vehicles is the lifespan of the power battery.
I've been driving a pure electric vehicle for 3 years and haven't missed a single annual inspection! The requirements for electric and gasoline vehicles are actually quite similar. They are exempt from inspection for the first 6 years but still need to collect the inspection label. At the 6th, 8th, and 10th years, they must undergo on-site testing, and after 10 years, they need to be inspected annually. The biggest difference lies in the inspection items—electric vehicles don't undergo tailpipe emissions testing, but their battery packs are checked for any damage, the insulation of high-voltage lines is inspected, and equipment is used to simulate load and test the power of the drive motor. Last week at the inspection station, I saw several Teslas in line. The technician mentioned that the inspection process for electric vehicles is now standardized. Remember to bring your vehicle license, compulsory traffic insurance policy, and warning triangle. Hybrid vehicles still need to undergo tailpipe emissions testing according to gasoline vehicle standards.
