How often are license plate number segments announced?
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License plate number segments are generally announced once a month, but the specific timing depends on local regulations. To check license plate number segments: Click and log in to the Traffic Management 12123 app, find the 'License Plate Number Segment Announcement' under 'More' on the homepage. After the page redirects, you can view the announced license plate number segment information. Number selection methods: There are two methods for selecting numbers: random selection and self-edited selection. There is no specific order between these two methods. However, the self-edited license plate numbers must comply with the released number segments, and numbers outside the announced segments cannot be selected.
I remember when I last bought a car, I specifically kept an eye on the license plate number segment announcements. This usually updates about once a month, and local traffic management departments adjust the timing based on inventory and demand. In big cities like Beijing and Shanghai, where demand for license plates is high, updates are more frequent; in smaller cities, it might be every two or three months. On the day I selected my plate number, I checked online—the official website or the Traffic Management 12123 App usually posts announcements in advance, and many people wait to grab nice numbers. As a side note, the success rate for selecting a plate is higher right after a new segment is released, especially for those who like auspicious numbers—don’t miss the opportunity. Keeping an eye on local traffic police Weibo or WeChat group announcements can help you stay updated, since the early bird catches the worm.
