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How many kilometers can the Ant 300 actually run?

Chery Ant 300 model has been officially launched, currently only available in the Zhi Xiang Edition four-seater variant, with a NEDC comprehensive driving range of 251km and a constant speed range of over 300km at 60km/h. Below is an introduction to the Chery Ant: 1. Overview: The Chery Ant 300 is based on the current Zhi Xiang Edition four-seater model, with body dimensions of 3200mm, 1670mm, 1550mm, a wheelbase of 2150mm, and a minimum ground clearance of 125mm, featuring a two-door four-seater layout. The body adopts a dual-tone design style, offering five body color options: Agile Blue, Chery White, Flame Red, Lemon Yellow, and Amber Orange. Additionally, it comes with a set of 15-inch four-spoke dual-tone aluminum alloy wheels, with tire specifications of 165/65R15. 2. Powertrain: Equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor delivering a maximum power of 41 horsepower and a maximum torque of 120 N·m, with a top speed of no less than 100km/h. It uses a 32.3 kWh ternary lithium battery, increasing the driving range to 251km. The eQ1 Ant 300 achieves a 15% energy recovery rate in urban conditions at normal temperatures. In slow charging mode, the battery takes 6 hours to charge from 0% to 100%, while in fast charging mode, it can charge from 30% to 80% in 30 minutes.

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Can ETC be attached to the black area of the windshield?

The ETC device can be installed on the black dotted area of the windshield, as long as it does not obstruct the driver's view and can detect the toll station's sensing equipment. However, installing it on the black dotted area of the windshield also has drawbacks, such as reduced solar charging capability of the ETC device, which may lead to power depletion over time. For small cars, the ETC installation position is generally in the upper middle part of the front windshield, while for large vehicles like trucks and buses, the installation position is in the lower middle part. The suitable installation position should be no lower than 1.2 meters and no higher than 2.5 meters, with an installation angle between 30 to 90 degrees. If the vehicle has a factory-installed or aftermarket anti-explosion film, it may affect the signal transmission of the microwave communication link, and the ETC should be installed in the microwave window area. Here are some considerations for ETC installation: Do not obstruct the view; it's best to install it behind the rearview mirror: Many car models have windshields with a large rearward tilt angle, which can reduce the driver's field of vision. If this is not considered during ETC installation, it may increase the driver's blind spots. Installing it behind the rearview mirror on the right side can help avoid obstructing the view. Do not affect charging: The ETC electronic tag consumes power but generally does not require charging or battery replacement, as it has a solar panel on the back for self-charging. Therefore, during installation, avoid the black areas of the windshield and positions where the solar panel might be easily obstructed. Once installed, do not remove it arbitrarily: The button in the middle of the adhesive is an anti-removal lever connected to a switch. After installation, the windshield will press the anti-removal lever in. If the device is removed arbitrarily, the lever will pop out and trigger the switch, locking the electronic tag and rendering it unusable. You would then need to visit an ETC service point to unlock it. This mechanism is designed to prevent multiple vehicles from sharing one device. When using ETC, note the following: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. To avoid issues caused by the preceding vehicle's ETC device malfunction, maintain a distance of at least 10 meters from the preceding vehicle to prevent automatic sensing and paying for the preceding vehicle's toll. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 kilometers per hour; driving too fast may result in failure to read the vehicle's device information and cause toll deduction failure. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may also lead to toll deduction failure.

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Is it okay to install ETC without using it?

It is acceptable to install ETC without using it. According to Article 9 of the "Notice on Vigorously Promoting the Development and Application of ETC on Expressways" issued by the State Council, vehicles that have not applied for or do not use ETC by 2020 will not enjoy toll discounts. In the future, expressway toll stations will retain only one manual lane, requiring vehicles to pay tolls through manual channels. ETC Working Principle: Through the dedicated short-range communication between the onboard electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield and the microwave antenna in the ETC lane at the toll station, the system uses computer networking technology to perform backend settlement processing with banks. This allows vehicles to pass through expressway or bridge toll stations without stopping while paying the required fees. ETC Fee Deduction Principle: The toll amount for ETC vehicles is rounded using the "round down if less than 0.5, no change if equal to or greater than 0.5" method (i.e., amounts with a decimal less than 0.5 are rounded down, while those equal to or greater than 0.5 remain unchanged). After applying a 5% discount, the amount is then rounded to the nearest cent. MTC vehicles still follow the "round to the nearest yuan" rule. All of this is based on the principle of passing first and deducting fees later. Benefits of Installing ETC: Time-saving: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in queues; Green and eco-friendly: Promotes low-carbon travel by allowing vehicles to pass toll stations without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions and minimizing pollution; Reduced wear and tear: Saves costs by decreasing the frequency of vehicle starts and brakes, lowering wear and fuel consumption; Improved efficiency: Theoretically, ETC lanes can increase vehicle passing efficiency by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC more updated, faster, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous. More policy support: The State Council explicitly stated in the "13th Five-Year Plan for the Development of a Modern Comprehensive Transportation System" that "by 2020, the interoperability of transportation cards in key city clusters will be basically achieved, and the proportion of vehicles equipped with ETC will significantly increase." It also set a clear target in the "13th Five-Year" comprehensive transportation development indicators: "By 2020, the ETC usage rate for road passenger vehicles should reach 50%." More future possibilities: In addition to continuously improving the convenience of ETC installation and usage and increasing the ETC adoption rate for passenger vehicles, efforts will be made to promote ETC usage for trucks. There will also be exploration into deeper integration between the ETC system and smart transportation directions such as vehicle-to-vehicle communication and vehicle-road coordination, providing comprehensive travel services for vehicle owners. This means more application scenarios will support ETC usage in the future.

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How Many Years Can a Vehicle Be Driven Before Scrapping?

Non-commercial vehicles and commercial vehicles have different scrapping periods, as detailed below: Scrapping Regulations for Non-commercial Vehicles: For household 5-seat cars and 7-seat SUVs, as well as non-commercial small and micro vehicles, there is no usage lifespan. When the normal mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers, the state will guide the scrapping. In addition to the above vehicles, small and micro non-commercial passenger cars, large non-commercial cars, and wheeled special machinery vehicles also have no usage lifespan restrictions. Common Scrapping Regulations for Commercial Vehicles: Small and micro taxi passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 8 years, medium-sized taxi passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 10 years, and large taxi passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 12 years. Public transport passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 13 years, other small and micro commercial passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 10 years, and large and medium-sized commercial passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 15 years. Micro commercial trucks have a scrapping period of 8 years, light and large commercial trucks have a scrapping period of 10 years. The vehicle scrapping process is as follows: The vehicle owner applying for scrapping and renewal must fill out and stamp a "Motor Vehicle Change, Transfer, Modification, Suspension, or Scrapping Application Form." The registration office will accept the application and issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" for vehicles that have reached the scrapping period. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping period, after inspection and confirmation by the motor vehicle inspection office, if they meet the scrapping standards, a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" will be issued. The vehicle owner can choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle with the "Notice." After verifying the "Notice," the recycling company will dismantle the vehicle and take photos. The engine must be separated from the vehicle, the engine block must be broken, and the frame (chassis) must be cut. The vehicle owner must submit the "Change Form," "XX Province Vehicle Renewal Technical Appraisal Form," "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate," and vehicle dismantling photos to the motor vehicle inspection office for verification and signature. The license plate will be reclaimed, and the scrapping registration will be processed according to regulations. Special Notes: According to Article 30 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations," if a vehicle cannot be driven back to its registration location due to damage, the owner can submit the vehicle for scrapping to a local motor vehicle recycling company. If a commercial vehicle is converted to a non-commercial vehicle, it must be scrapped according to the original commercial vehicle's scrapping period. According to Article 43 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations," after completing the transfer or cancellation of a motor vehicle's registration, the original owner can apply to use the original license plate number when registering a new vehicle. The application must meet the following conditions: (1) The application must be submitted within six months after the transfer or cancellation; (2) The owner must have owned the original vehicle for more than three years.

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What Causes a Significant Increase in Fuel Consumption After an Oil Change?

The reasons for a noticeable increase in fuel consumption after an oil change are as follows: 1. Excessive or insufficient oil addition: Nowadays, most cars undergo oil changes during maintenance, with mineral oil changed every six months and full synthetic oil changed annually. As a key lubricant for the engine, oil plays a crucial role. Insufficient oil can lead to inadequate lubrication, naturally resulting in higher fuel consumption. However, some people hold the misconception that more oil means better lubrication and improved engine power output. In reality, excessive oil can completely submerge the crankshaft, increasing its movement resistance, reducing power output, and potentially causing oil burning, leading to blue smoke from the exhaust and ultimately higher fuel consumption. If fuel consumption increases, the first step is to use the oil dipstick to measure the oil level, ensuring it is between the maximum and minimum marks. Otherwise, oil needs to be added or reduced. 2. Mixing different oils: If the car already exhibits oil burning, regular top-ups may be necessary. However, for most vehicles, oil is primarily replaced based on maintenance schedules. Although oil composition is relatively stable, it operates in high-temperature, high-pressure, and friction-intensive environments, leading to degradation, increased impurities, and altered performance. Therefore, during an oil change, all old oil should be drained and completely replaced with new oil to avoid affecting overall performance. Mixing oils, especially from different brands, can prevent the oil from achieving ideal lubrication. Additionally, different oils may have slight compositional differences that could react with each other, significantly reducing oil performance and ultimately increasing fuel consumption. 3. Oil viscosity is too high: The viscosity index is crucial for oil performance. Oil viscosity is divided into high-temperature and low-temperature viscosity. The choice of oil viscosity mainly depends on the local temperature environment, with the most suitable viscosity grade being the best. Too low or too high viscosity is detrimental to engine operation. After an oil change, increased fuel consumption may result from using oil with excessively high viscosity, creating excessive resistance, affecting power output, and leading to higher fuel consumption. If fuel consumption rises after an oil change, it is undoubtedly related to the oil replacement. Although oil is not a direct consumable, it directly impacts the operation of the car engine, which is reflected in fuel consumption. Therefore, in cases of high fuel consumption, promptly check the oil level, whether oils have been mixed, and whether the selected oil specifications are appropriate to quickly identify and resolve the issue.

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How is the color difference issue of new cars generally resolved?

Observe and record the parts of the vehicle where color differences occur, which are generally between the bumper and the body. Go to the place where the new car was purchased, submit the parts with color differences to the relevant personnel, and have them repair the vehicle.

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Is an Appointment Required for Driver's License Renewal?

How many kilometers can the Ant 300 actually run?

Can ETC be attached to the black area of the windshield?

Is it okay to install ETC without using it?

How Many Years Can a Vehicle Be Driven Before Scrapping?

What Causes a Significant Increase in Fuel Consumption After an Oil Change?

How is the color difference issue of new cars generally resolved?

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