How many stickers should be affixed to a new car?
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A new car requires two stickers: an annual inspection sticker and a compulsory traffic insurance sticker. Although the environmental protection sticker has been abolished, it is still necessary to submit the exhaust emission test report to the traffic management department. Therefore, the exhaust emission test must still be conducted and passed before the traffic management department issues the safety technical inspection certificate. The annual inspection sticker is an oval-shaped label with the character 'inspection' on the front, and the bottom of the character indicates the year of the next vehicle inspection. The compulsory traffic insurance sticker is a nationally standardized document and label for motor vehicle traffic accident liability compulsory insurance. Both stickers should be affixed to the upper right corner of the front windshield on the passenger side, making it convenient for both the driver and traffic police to check. Failure to display a valid vehicle inspection sticker may result in penalties.
I just bought a new car and was quite curious about affixing the required decals, so I’d like to share some tips. Typically, new cars need two to three decals: the compulsory insurance decal and the annual inspection sticker, both placed on the upper right corner of the windshield for easy police checks. Living in the city, I also need an environmental compliance sticker, making it three in total. Some regions now offer digital decals, eliminating the hassle of physical ones. Always use static cling decals instead of directly sticking them to the glass for easier removal. Make sure to affix them before driving, as failing to do so can result in fines and penalty points. Also, keep track of expiration dates and replace them on time to stay compliant—don’t wait until you’re caught to regret it.
