Is it no longer necessary to affix the annual inspection and insurance decals for new cars?
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New cars no longer require the affixation of inspection compliance decals, as the electronic inspection certificate for motor vehicles has been implemented nationwide. Regarding application: When handling motor vehicle registration or inspection certification procedures, the public security traffic management department will automatically generate and push the electronic inspection certificate through the information system. Vehicle owners can log in to the internet traffic safety comprehensive service platform or the 'Traffic Management 12123' mobile app to directly view and download the certificate. For vehicles exempt from inspection within 6 years: Owners of vehicles exempt from inspection within 6 years can directly apply for the electronic inspection certificate online. If the paper inspection certificate is lost or damaged, there is no need to apply for a replacement. It can be directly downloaded and used online. If a paper inspection certificate is needed, owners can choose to have it mailed or pick it up at the vehicle management office.
I bought a new car last year and only found out from chatting with the 4S store salesperson that it's no longer necessary to display the annual inspection and insurance decals. The whole country is promoting digitalization, with traffic police systems directly checking information online, saving the hassle of sticking those decals. When I first picked up the car, I thought the old rules still applied, but the salesperson reminded me to download the Traffic Management 12123 App to store electronic insurance policies and inspection labels. This makes driving much more convenient, with a clean windshield and no sticky residue left behind. Of course, it's essential to ensure the insurance is valid and the car has passed the annual inspection before hitting the road, as the system will reveal any discrepancies upon checking. I recommend regularly updating the status on your phone and not being careless. Anyway, the policy has been in effect since 2020, and while there might be slight variations in smaller towns, I think it's a positive change.