How many labels should be affixed on the car window?
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Two labels are required: the Motor Vehicle Inspection Compliance Label and the Compulsory Insurance Label. Below is more information about these two labels: 1. Compulsory Insurance Label: According to laws and regulations, this is insurance that must be purchased by individuals or entities within the specified scope. It mandates that motor vehicle owners or managers purchase corresponding liability insurance, thereby increasing the coverage rate of third-party liability insurance. In the event of an accident, compulsory insurance can provide timely and basic protection to the greatest extent for victims of traffic accidents. 2. Motor Vehicle Inspection Compliance Label: A green environmental inspection compliance label (commonly known as the green label) is issued to motor vehicles equipped with spark-ignition engines (mostly gasoline or natural gas vehicles) that meet National Standard I or above, and to motor vehicles equipped with compression-ignition engines (mostly diesel vehicles) that meet National Standard III or above. A yellow environmental inspection compliance label (commonly known as the yellow label) is issued to other motor vehicles that comply with the emission standards at the time of manufacture.
I remember there used to be a regulation requiring two decals on the car windshield: one is the motor vehicle inspection compliance label (annual inspection sticker), and the other is the compulsory traffic insurance label (insurance sticker). For all these years I've been driving, I've always placed them in the upper right corner near the A-pillar, ensuring they don't obstruct the view while remaining easily accessible for traffic police inspection. Nowadays, some regions have adopted electronic labels that can be displayed via mobile apps, eliminating the need for physical stickers. However, rural areas or places with older regulations still require physical decals. When replacing them, it's important to remove the old sticker and clean the windshield beforehand; otherwise, the new sticker may not adhere properly and could fall off easily. These decals are related to safety and need to be updated annually. Driving without them could result in a fine of around 200 yuan. I recommend car owners regularly check the validity period of their decals.
When I first bought a car, I also had questions. Later, I learned that two mandatory labels must be affixed to the upper right corner of the windshield: the annual inspection label and the compulsory insurance label. This requirement is mandated by national regulations, and no other positions are allowed to avoid obstructing the driver's view or the rearview mirror. Nowadays, cities like Shanghai have adopted electronic labels. You can simply download the Traffic Management 12123 APP to display them, eliminating the need for physical stickers. However, new drivers might find it more intuitive to stick them to prevent oversight. Use dedicated static cling stickers when affixing them to avoid damaging the glass adhesive. If the labels expire and aren’t replaced, traffic police may issue fines ranging from 100 to 300 yuan. Also, avoid placing unnecessary decorations on the windshield in daily use.
