How are out-of-town vehicles restricted by traffic control measures in Lanzhou?
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Out-of-town vehicles in Lanzhou are subject to the following traffic restriction rules: 1. Monday: vehicles with license plates ending in 1 and 6 are restricted; 2. Tuesday: plates ending in 2 and 7; Wednesday: plates ending in 3 and 8; Thursday: plates ending in 4 and 9; Friday: plates ending in 5 and 0. Out-of-town license plate vehicles are exempt from the tail number restriction on the first day of their arrival in Lanzhou each month, but from the next day onwards, their travel will be determined according to the tail number restriction rules. The restricted area includes all roads, overpasses, and bridges within the enclosed area formed by Wuwei Road, Xijin West Road, Dunhuang Road, Qilihe Yellow River Bridge, North Binhe Road, Yantan Bridge, South Binhe Road, Yanxi Road, Southern Section of Nanhe Road, Yandong Road, Duanjiatan Road, Gongxingdun West Road, Donggang East Road, Jiayuguan South, Paihong South Road, Paihong Road, Paihonggou Road, South Ring Road, and Wuwei Road.
Driving in Lanzhou, even out-of-town vehicles must comply with the traffic restriction policies, which I’ve personally experienced. I often drive around the city, and the rules for both local and non-local license plates are based on the last digit of the plate number. From Monday to Friday on workdays, two specific last digits are restricted each day—for example, Monday restricts vehicles ending with 1 and 6, Tuesday with 2 and 7, and so on. The restriction period is from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, during which time you should avoid driving into the restricted zones, or you’ll be caught by cameras and fined 100 yuan. The restricted areas mainly cover the central urban districts south of the Yellow River, including Chengguan District and Qilihe District. There are no restrictions on weekends or public holidays, but during smoggy days or special events, the government may impose temporary adjustments—it’s best to check navigation apps in real time. For friends visiting Lanzhou from out of town, it’s advisable to check the restricted dates for their vehicle’s last digit in advance to avoid accidentally entering restricted zones. Public transportation is quite convenient, with comprehensive metro and bus coverage. If driving a non-local vehicle, extra caution is needed to avoid unnecessary trouble and expenses—safe driving should always come first.
