How many days can a new car be driven without a temporary license plate?

[Shannon]

New cars cannot be driven for even a single day without a temporary license plate. The use of a temporary license plate for a new car must not exceed 15 days. Introduction to Temporary License Plates: A temporary license plate is a paper motor vehicle license plate that permits temporary road use of a motor vehicle, also known as a temporary vehicle movement license plate. It refers to the temporary vehicle movement certificate issued by the vehicle management department of the public security bureau before the new vehicle is officially registered. Procedures for Applying for a Temporary License Plate: The applicant must hold a unit introduction letter, vehicle origin certificate, qualification certificate, and other relevant documents (except for the introduction letter, which is archived, the rest are returned to the applicant) and apply at the vehicle management office. During the application, the starting and ending locations of the vehicle's movement and the duration of the temporary license plate use must be specified.

[LeJameson]

When it comes to whether you can drive a new car without a temporary license plate for a few days, I have to be honest with you—it's absolutely not allowed, not even for a single day. According to China's traffic regulations, a new car must obtain a temporary license plate on the same day of purchase before it can be driven on the road. Otherwise, it's considered illegal and can be directly penalized by traffic police. I remember seeing a news story once where someone drove around without a temporary plate and was immediately fined 200 yuan, had points deducted, and their car was impounded—they regretted it deeply. My advice is to have the 4S dealership handle the paperwork for you right when you buy the car, or go to the vehicle management office to fill out an application. Temporary plates are usually valid for seven days, and if the formal license hasn't arrived by then, you can renew it. Remember, don't risk saving time—safe driving starts with obeying the law. Otherwise, if an accident happens, your insurance might even refuse to cover it.

[JaxsonMarie]

Buddy, never try driving a new car without a temporary license plate. When I bought my car, I was in a hurry to get home and drove without a plate for a day. Got pulled over by traffic police halfway, fined, and given a lecture. The 4S store can usually help you quickly get a temporary plate—just pay a few dozen bucks and fill out an application. It’s valid for about a week. Driving without a plate makes you an easy target for cops; worse, if you rear-end someone or get into a scrape, you’ll be held fully responsible. Good luck with insurance claims, and it’ll mess with your future premiums. Listen, the first thing to do when you get a new car is get that temp plate—don’t cut corners for convenience. The DMV has dedicated windows for this; the process isn’t complicated and takes at most half an hour. Keeping everyone safe is what matters most.

[AliviaRose]

Driving a new car without a temporary license plate is absolutely not allowed and will result in immediate fines. After purchasing a car, you must apply for a temporary license plate on the same day, either through the 4S dealership or the vehicle management office. The temporary license plate is valid for about seven days and should be renewed before expiration. Don't take the risk—police checks are common, with fines starting from 200 yuan; the risks are high, and insurance claims may be difficult in case of an accident. It's advisable to complete the procedures quickly.

[SanRose]

Don't impulsively drive a new car without a temporary license plate—it's extremely unsafe. In the event of an accident, driving unregistered can lead to insurance refusal, leaving you fully liable. If caught by traffic police, penalties may include fines and even demerit points affecting your record. I always remind everyone to apply for a temporary plate immediately after purchasing a new car. The dealership can assist—just fill out the application and pay the fee; the process is straightforward. Remember, following the rules ensures road safety—don’t risk trouble for minor convenience.