How to Enter an Unmanned Parking Lot with Temporary License Plates?
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Temporary license plates can enter parking lots, but it requires manual operation by the toll collector. Some parking lot recognition systems may not recognize them, in which case entry is not possible and manual gate opening is required. However, if there is no manual record, the parking time cannot be calculated, and thus no fee will be charged. Extended information about temporary license plates for vehicles is as follows: 1. Definition: Temporary license plates for vehicles refer to temporary vehicle movement permits issued by the vehicle management department of the public security bureau before the vehicle is officially registered due to certain procedures. 2. Application Procedures: The applicant must hold a letter of introduction from the unit, proof of vehicle origin, a certificate of conformity, and other relevant documents (except for the letter of introduction, which is kept on file, 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. After review by the management personnel and inspection of the vehicle, if qualified, a temporary license plate will be issued, with the validity period and starting and ending locations indicated.
I just encountered this situation last month with my newly purchased car and its paper temporary license plate. The unmanned parking lot entrance had a camera for automatic recognition, but it couldn't read the temporary plate, causing the system to freeze. Don't worry, most parking lots have countermeasures in place. For example, there's usually a QR code placed next to the entrance. You can scan it with your phone to open the parking app, then manually enter the temporary plate number and validity period to open the gate. Some also have a button to call remote customer service - just report your plate number and they'll handle it. Actually, many modern unmanned parking lots have upgraded their technology to support scanning and recognition of paper plates, which is quite convenient. However, when parking with a temporary plate, remember to set up the app correctly to avoid billing errors. I usually download the app in advance and test its functions. Safety first - after entering, always double-check to confirm everything works properly before leaving.
Last year, I rented a car with temporary license plates and ran into trouble at an unmanned parking lot in a shopping mall. The entrance camera kept failing to recognize the plates, and I was stuck for a few minutes without moving. Then I noticed a notice on the wall saying that if temporary plates weren’t recognized, I should get out and manually enter the plate number at the small terminal on the right. After entering it, the system accepted it, and the gate opened. Now, I always check the parking lot’s website or app beforehand to see how they handle temporary plates. Many places have self-service options, similar to supermarket self-checkouts—just be patient and follow the steps. Also, temporary plates have a short validity period, so don’t exceed the parking time to avoid disputes. Overall, my personal lesson is to prepare in advance to avoid getting stuck at the entrance, which is both embarrassing and a waste of valuable time.
