Does blackening the car emblem require registration?
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Blackening the car emblem does not require registration. Car modification refers to altering the external appearance, internal styling, and mechanical performance of the original manufacturer's prototype vehicle according to the owner's needs. Below is an introduction to vehicle modifications: Modified components: Brake system: There are multiple methods for upgrading the brake system, such as installing larger brake discs, multi-piston brake calipers, and high-performance, high-temperature-resistant brake pads. Additionally, higher-grade brake fluid or metal high-pressure brake lines can be installed. Suspension system: Modifications to the suspension system mainly include replacing shock absorbers, reinforcing suspension structural bars, and installing stabilizer bars. Engine power: The engine is to a car what the heart is to a human—the most critical part of the vehicle. Intake system: The air filter on the engine is designed to filter the air required for engine operation.
I previously blacked out the emblems on my car, which was essentially just applying a layer of black film, making it look much cooler. However, a friend reminded me to pay attention to the registration issue, so I looked it up: In most parts of China, any modification that changes the exterior color of the vehicle may require registration, including changing the emblems from the factory color to black. This involves the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations." If not registered, it might fail the annual inspection or result in being pulled over by the police and fined a few hundred yuan. It's best to first contact the local vehicle management office to confirm. The registration process isn’t complicated—just fill out a form and update the photo on the vehicle license. Remember to choose high-quality blackout film to avoid affecting the reflective safety of the lights. Some low-quality films fade over time, making the effort pointless.