Do I still need to display the 2021 motor vehicle inspection sticker?

[Cinna]

2021 motor vehicle inspection stickers no longer need to be physically displayed, but an electronic version of the inspection sticker must be provided. Here are the relevant details: 1. Digitalization service: Starting from June 20, 2020, the electronic motor vehicle inspection sticker service has been implemented nationwide in China. The electronic inspection sticker is issued through the unified national internet traffic safety comprehensive service platform, making it more convenient to apply for, display, and use the electronic inspection sticker. 2. Applying for the electronic sticker: Vehicle owners can apply for the electronic inspection sticker through the internet traffic safety comprehensive service platform or the "Traffic Management 12123" mobile app. For vehicles exempt from inspection within 6 years, the electronic inspection sticker can be directly applied for online. The electronic inspection sticker can be displayed in three ways: online display, offline display, and printed display, providing convenience for vehicle owners or drivers in different scenarios.

[StLily]

I remember back in 2021 when I drove my car for the annual inspection. After completing the procedures, I asked the staff if I needed to display any stickers. They told me that electronic labels were being promoted nationwide, and the electronic inspection mark could be directly checked in the Traffic Management 12123 app. My car's windshield remained completely clean with no stickers at all. During routine checks, traffic police could simply scan a code to confirm my vehicle passed inspection. However, it's worth noting that motorcycles still require paper labels for now, as policies haven't been fully unified. Additionally, insurance label requirements vary by region—our area stopped requiring them long ago, but when traveling for work, I made sure to check local regulations. Digitalization is truly convenient, eliminating the hassle of peeling off stickers and dealing with adhesive residue every year.

[MacGemma]

Last year when I got my car inspected, I specifically asked the experienced technician at the inspection station. He said the 2021 new regulations no longer require paper inspection stickers, as they've been replaced with electronic versions stored in your phone. Nowadays, traffic police enforcement equipment has been upgraded - they can scan your license plate during roadside checks to read inspection information. But the technician specifically reminded me that some older car owners should pay attention to distinguish between different stickers: the inspection sticker definitely doesn't need to be displayed, the environmental protection sticker has been canceled, but the compulsory traffic insurance sticker might still need to be displayed in some provinces. When I got home, I removed all the old stickers from my windshield, and it became much clearer.

[VanAshley]

Having been in auto repair for over a decade, I often get asked about windshield stickers. Since 2021, the physical inspection compliance label is no longer required – the electronic certificate is now valid nationwide. I recommend downloading the Traffic Management 12123 APP, where vehicle registration makes e-tags clearly visible. If you're worried about poor phone signal, just take a screenshot in advance. Note that motorcycles still require physical stickers, but all other vehicles are exempt. During checks, simply show your phone – traffic police can verify records in their system anyway.

[McMaddox]

My bestie was so nervous when she bought a new car last year, constantly asking me whether to put stickers on the windshield. Actually, since 2021 vehicle inspection marks have all gone electronic, no need for physical stickers at all. I applied for the digital certificate directly through the traffic police app and saved it in my phone's favorites. Last time I got pulled over, showing the officer a screenshot on my phone worked just fine. Though the insurance mark is special - our province has abolished it but neighboring provinces still require it, so better check policies carefully for cross-country road trips. The car interior looks much cleaner now.

[StephanieFitz]

Being on business trips across provinces all year round, I'm well aware of the changes in vehicle inspection policies. In 2021, the paper version of the inspection qualification decal was abolished nationwide, and electronic decals were uniformly adopted. I keep the electronic decal in the 'Traffic Management 12123' app on my phone and also printed a copy stored in the glove box just in case. In practice, traffic police checks across different regions have been smooth, with just a scan of the QR code for verification. The only thing to note is that motorcycle owners still need to display the decal, while car owners can rest assured. The digitization has significantly improved the efficiency of highway inspections, saving the time previously spent searching for paper decals.