
Two labels need to be affixed on the car windshield, namely the annual inspection compliance label and the compulsory traffic label. The annual inspection compliance label indicates that the vehicle meets roadworthiness requirements, and its color varies by year for easy identification. Traffic police typically check the compulsory traffic insurance label during roadside inspections. If a vehicle lacks this label or the insurance has expired, the public security traffic management department will impound the vehicle and impose penalties. Both the compulsory insurance policy and its label bear the notation 'Supervised by China Insurance Regulatory Commission.' The policy is brown, with main text printed using internationally advanced red fluorescent anti-counterfeit ink, and the underline consists of microprinted text, offering good anti-counterfeiting features.

I've been driving for many years and remember that there are usually two stickers to be placed on the windshield: one is the motor vehicle annual inspection sticker, proving the vehicle has passed inspection, and the other is the compulsory traffic sticker, confirming the insurance is valid. This is not just a regulation—otherwise, the police may issue a fine during checks. I was once reminded for applying them late. In some areas, an environmental protection sticker is also required, depending on local policies. The stickers should be placed lower to avoid blocking the view, as it can affect safety. Nowadays, many cities are promoting digitalization, allowing drivers to show the information on their phones, reducing the use of physical stickers. Discussing these changes is quite interesting—earlier, there were more stickers, and they were difficult to remove, but now the process is simplified, saving both money and hassle. As a car owner, I believe it’s important to regularly check these matters and not be careless.

Over the years of driving, I've noticed the number of required windshield stickers keeps changing. In earlier days, we had to display three stickers: annual inspection, , and environmental compliance, which became worn, unsightly and even hazardous over time. After policy adjustments, some regions eliminated the environmental sticker, leaving just two mandatory ones. Now with digitalization, cities like Beijing and Shanghai allow drivers to show inspection and insurance info via apps, eliminating physical stickers entirely. During my recent vehicle inspection, I was pleasantly surprised to learn one less sticker was required. This progress is commendable - reducing resource waste while improving driving visibility. For veteran drivers like me, it's a welcome change that eliminates the sticker hassle.

When I first bought a car, I didn't know how many decals to affix either. Through inquiries and experience, I learned that generally two key ones need to be placed on the windshield: one is the annual vehicle inspection compliance sticker, and the other is the compulsory decal. Some regions may require an environmental protection label, but this isn't common. It's essential to affix them correctly and not too high to obstruct the driver's view, otherwise, you may face penalties for violations. This concerns the basic legality and safety of driving, so I recommend that new drivers pay more attention to updates in local regulations.

I always prioritize compliance when driving, so I've carefully studied the sticker requirements. Currently, it's mandatory to display two stickers on the windshield: the annual inspection sticker and the compulsory traffic sticker. This is to avoid being fined during roadside checks. The stickers should be placed at the lower right corner of the driver's side to minimize obstruction of vision. Although digitalization is becoming popular, during this transition period, we still need to display physical stickers to ensure full compliance. I believe this is essential for public road management, and vehicle owners shouldn't neglect this responsibility.

Nowadays, with the trend of digitalization in driving, the number of stickers on windshields has significantly decreased. For instance, many places allow drivers to check vehicle inspection and information by scanning QR codes, so only one or even no sticker is needed, making it more aesthetically pleasing and safer. Personally, my car currently has just one sticker because the local area is still in a transition period, but I believe full digitalization is the future—it's both eco-friendly and convenient. Not having to stick papers is definitely a good thing. Discussing technological progress, it truly simplifies life. With apps enabling quick queries, why clutter the windshield with papers that obstruct the view?


