Does a new car require an annual inspection sticker or an exemption sticker?
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Newly purchased vehicles require an annual inspection sticker to be legally driven on the road. The inspection sticker for new cars is issued by the vehicle management office after license plate registration, along with the vehicle registration certificate. If the inspection sticker is missing, owners should return to the vehicle management office for a replacement. The "6-year exemption" refers to eligible vehicles being exempt from on-site inspection, but owners still need to visit the vehicle management office every 2 years to complete paperwork and obtain a new inspection sticker. More details about annual inspections are as follows: 1. Explanation one: Vehicle annual inspection refers to the mandatory examination conducted once a year according to the "Technical Requirements for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety" for vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates. The purpose is to check the main technical conditions of vehicles, encourage proper maintenance, ensure vehicles remain in good condition, and guarantee driving safety. 2. Explanation two: Vehicle annual inspection is a mandatory examination for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates. It's equivalent to an annual physical examination for vehicles according to the "Technical Requirements for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety", helping to promptly identify and eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage proper maintenance, and reduce traffic accidents - commonly referred to as vehicle inspection.
I just bought a new car and, while excited, I'm confused about the annual inspection. The salesperson told me that new cars don’t need an on-site inspection for the first 6 years after registration, but I must collect a 'no-inspection' sticker every two years and place it on the windshield. I’ve done it through the 'Traffic Management 12123' App—just upload ID photos and pay a small fee, and it’s done in minutes. Super convenient. The key is to remember the deadline; if you forget and get caught by traffic police, it’s a 200-yuan fine and possible points deduction. Even though new cars are exempt from inspections, I regularly check tire pressure and brake lights to ensure safety and avoid insurance disputes in case of an accident. For beginners, I recommend setting a phone reminder to handle it on time—don’t slack off.
