How long can vehicle annual inspection be delayed without penalty?
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Vehicle annual inspection cannot be delayed without penalty. The correct car maintenance methods are as follows: 1. Avoid high-speed driving: New vehicles have speed limits during the initial running-in period. Domestic vehicles are generally limited to 40-70 km/h; imported vehicles usually require staying below 80% of maximum speed during the first 1,000 km when fully accelerating, while monitoring both engine RPM and speed gauges to maintain medium-range operation. Typically, engine RPM during break-in should be strictly maintained between 2,000-4,000 rpm. 2. Avoid overloading: Fully loading a new vehicle will damage components. Therefore, during the first 1,000 km, domestic vehicles shouldn't exceed 75%-80% of rated load capacity; imported vehicles shouldn't exceed 90%. Additionally, choose better road surfaces to minimize excessive vibration, impact, or emergency braking, reducing stress on the body and powertrain. 3. Never remove the speed limiter prematurely: The speed limiter is a throttle device installed between the carburetor and intake manifold. Drivers shouldn't remove it early but should wait until after the initial 1,000 km combined with maintenance. Imported vehicles usually don't have speed limiters, relying entirely on driver's speed control.
In all my years of driving, the grace period for vehicle annual inspection extensions depends on your location. Generally, larger cities might offer a buffer of 15 to 30 days without fines, but this isn't absolute—you'll need to check your local traffic authority's website or call them. I once forgot to get my inspection done and delayed it by 20 days without a fine, but a colleague in another province got fined 200 yuan after just a two-day delay. Don’t rely too much on the grace period; if you’re late, not only will you face fines, but your insurance claims could also be affected. Plus, if there’s an undetected vehicle fault, it poses a safety risk. I make it a habit to schedule my inspection a week in advance and set a phone reminder—it saves a lot of hassle. I’d advise you to check the specific rules ASAP and get it sorted out promptly for peace of mind.
