Changing the color of a car's wheel hubs does not require registration, as long as the model, size, and dimensions of the wheel hubs are not altered. According to Article 6 of Chapter 2 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law," if the color change of a motor vehicle does not exceed 30% of its surface area, no change registration is needed. Conversely, if it exceeds 30%, registration and filing are required, and the change must be registered within 10 days after the color alteration. Precautions for vehicle color change: Before changing the color of a motor vehicle, it is necessary to consult the vehicle management office where the vehicle is registered to confirm whether the local area permits color changes. If the region does not support this practice, registration procedures cannot be processed after the color change, and the vehicle must be restored to its original color. Documents required for applying to change the body color of a motor vehicle: "Application Form for Modification of Motor Vehicle Registration." Original and photocopy of the identity documents of the vehicle owner and agent. Original vehicle registration certificate. Original vehicle license. Payment of all fines before the color change. Additionally, according to the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations," owners are no longer required to apply to the vehicle management office in advance. They can first change the vehicle color, install body kits, replace the engine, etc., and then apply for change registration with the vehicle management office. According to Article 10, registered motor vehicles must apply for change registration with the local vehicle management office under the following circumstances: Change of body color. Replacement of the engine. Replacement of the body or frame. Replacement of the entire vehicle due to quality issues. Change of use nature, such as converting a commercial vehicle to a non-commercial vehicle or vice versa. Change of the vehicle owner's residence in or out of the jurisdiction of the vehicle management office. Furthermore, according to Article 15 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, and engineering rescue vehicles must be painted with designated patterns and equipped with alarms and signal lights as required. Other motor vehicles are prohibited from painting, installing, or using patterns, alarms, or signal lights that are exclusive to or resemble those of the aforementioned vehicles. Article 56 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations" states that if a body color change is not registered as required, the public security traffic management department may issue a warning or impose a fine. The vehicle may also be impounded and required to revert to its original color.
