How to Participate in the Lottery for New Energy Vehicle License Plates?

[BeckettRose]

The lottery process for new energy vehicle license plates (using Beijing as an example) is as follows: Process 1: Log in to the "Beijing Passenger Car Index Regulation Management Information System" and enter the user center; apply for a configuration index, select the personnel type in the configuration index function area, and click to enter the configuration index application form page; fill out the new energy vehicle declaration page, ensuring all information is truthful, and select "New Energy Index" in the index type for new energy vehicles; after confirming the information is correct, submit the application. Process 2: Obtain the application code and check the review results. Note that applications must be submitted before 24:00 on the 8th of each month. Starting from 9:00 on the 25th of the same month, you can log in to the "Beijing Passenger Car Index Regulation Management Information System" website, enter the user center, and click on the "Application Form" in the configuration index function area to view the review results. Alternatively, you can bring your ID card and a copy to the nearest district office window for inquiries; participate in the lottery. The lottery results can be checked on the website 25 minutes after the lottery ends, or by calling 12580 one hour later. Process 3: If you win the lottery, you can collect the "Index Confirmation Notice" at the window or download and print it from the website; complete the vehicle procedures, purchase tax, vehicle gift notarization procedures, and vehicle registration and licensing.

[AutumnFitz]

I just applied for a new energy vehicle license plate last week, and the whole process was simpler than I expected. In Beijing, I registered an account on the official website of the Passenger Car Quota Regulation Management Information System, filled in my personal information, including my ID card and local residence certificate, and ensured my social security records were continuous. The lottery is held monthly, and after submitting my application, I anxiously waited. Fortunately, the success rate for new energy vehicles is relatively high because the government encourages environmentally friendly vehicles. I was a bit disappointed when I didn’t win the first time, but I applied again and finally succeeded on the second try. After obtaining the quota, I immediately went to a 4S store to buy an electric vehicle and also enjoyed financial subsidies and free charging pile installation services. I recommend that beginners prepare early, have copies or electronic versions of their household registration documents ready, and complete the entire process online on the official website. Don’t forget to set a reminder for the result-checking date. This saves time and effort, making it especially suitable for people like me who want to switch to green transportation.

[CharlieLee]

As someone who has long followed automotive policies, I find the new energy vehicle (NEV) lottery to be a wise choice. In most cities, the competition for conventional fuel vehicle license plates is fierce with low success rates, while NEV quotas are much easier to obtain—for example, Beijing's NEV lottery success rate often exceeds 30%. The process is similar: register an account on the local passenger vehicle quota website, submit identification and residency documents, etc. Once completed, the system automatically queues you for the monthly lottery draw. After winning, you have 60 days to purchase an NEV and can also receive national subsidies, with electricity costs being more than half cheaper than fuel expenses. The key to a successful application is ensuring accurate social insurance or household registration information and consulting the official website's FAQ in advance to avoid rejection. I recommend friends who drive frequently to prioritize NEVs—they're efficient and eco-friendly.

[McReese]

Saving money is my top priority, and the new energy vehicle lottery is really cost-effective. The application process is simple—just fill in basic information like ID and local address on the official website, then submit. If you win the lottery, buying an electric car comes with subsidies worth tens of thousands, plus low daily charging costs, saving a lot in the long run. The entire process is free, and if you don’t win, no worries—just try again next month. It’s perfect for budget-conscious people like me.