Is it necessary to display the annual inspection sticker?
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It is no longer necessary to display the annual inspection sticker. With technological advancements and digitalization, the traditional paper-based motor vehicle inspection compliance label has been replaced by electronic credentials, which have been fully implemented nationwide. Therefore, vehicle owners no longer need to affix paper labels to the windshield and can use electronic credentials for nationwide travel. Annual inspection refers to a mandatory test for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates, equivalent to an annual 'health check' for vehicles based on the safety technical requirements for motor vehicle operation. Annual inspections help promptly eliminate potential vehicle safety hazards, encourage better vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents.
I was also wondering whether the annual inspection sticker was still required, so I specifically went to the DMV to ask. Now electronic labels are implemented nationwide, and there's no need to stick them at all. Finally, those piles of labels on the windshield can be cleaned off. Just remember to complete the annual inspection on time. After passing, the electronic label will be automatically generated in the Traffic Management 12123 app, and you can show it on your phone during inspections. This change is really convenient—those paper stickers used to obstruct the view, especially on rainy days. But be sure to confirm that your annual inspection is still valid before going on a road trip to another region to avoid fines for an expired electronic label. Even though you don't need to stick it, don't slack off on the annual inspection.
