Does changing from dark blue to light blue require registration?
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Vehicle color changes require registration at the vehicle management office. Here is the relevant information: 1. Applying a color-changing film to a car requires registration at the vehicle management office: According to current motor vehicle registration regulations, if the area of the color change does not exceed 30% of the vehicle's surface, no vehicle modification registration is required. If the color change area exceeds 30%, registration at the vehicle management office is mandatory, and the new color must be one that was originally registered when the vehicle left the factory. 2. There are two main methods for changing a car's color: (1) Full-body repainting. (2) Applying a film. Between these two methods, applying a film is more recommended because full-body repainting involves a larger workload and makes future color changes more complicated. Applying a film allows for color changes without damaging the original paint, has lower replacement costs, and also provides some protective benefits.
I've been handling car color changes for over a decade. Changing from dark blue to light blue may seem like staying within the blue spectrum, but the tonal shift is significant. According to traffic regulations, you must register this modification—otherwise, you risk a fine of 100-200 yuan and penalty points if caught on the road. I recall one customer who skipped the registration and got stuck during annual inspection, costing several days of rework. The registration process is simple: visit the DMV with your ID and vehicle license, fill out a form, take a photo, and it's done in about ten minutes for just a few dozen yuan. If the color change exceeds 30% difference, it should be registered to avoid hassle and potential safety issues—light blue, for instance, is less visible than dark blue in fog, increasing accident risks. Daily advice to fellow car enthusiasts: always check official regulations before repainting for peace of mind. Post-registration, driving your 'new' car is both safe and legal, preventing unexpected costs that could add up.
