Is it no longer necessary to display insurance and annual inspection stickers on new cars?
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In some regions, physical stickers are not required as electronic versions are acceptable. The specific requirements vary by region. Below is relevant information: 1. Vehicle Insurance: Vehicle insurance, also known as motor vehicle insurance or auto insurance, refers to commercial insurance that covers liability for personal injury, death, or property damage caused by natural disasters or accidents involving motor vehicles. Auto insurance is a type of property insurance and represents a relatively new category within the property insurance field. 2. Vehicle Annual Inspection: Vehicle annual inspection refers to mandatory testing for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates. It is equivalent to an annual physical examination for vehicles conducted according to the 'Technical Requirements for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety.'
When I just got my new car, I noticed the windshield was completely clean, unlike before when it was covered with insurance and annual inspection stickers. After asking around, I found out that new national regulations have digitized these procedures. Starting from 2020, the compulsory traffic insurance decal is no longer required, and annual inspection stickers are being phased out in many areas. This change is indeed a big relief—previously, the stickers left sticky residue that was hard to clean and could obstruct the view. But don’t get me wrong, insurance and annual inspections are still mandatory: policies can be handled online, and inspections must still be done regularly. For example, my car is exempt for the first year, but after that, it needs to go for inspection on time. Overall, the policy simplifies the process, but we car owners must proactively keep track of deadlines and use the necessary apps. Plus, digitization has many benefits—during roadside checks, the police can simply scan the license plate to get all the details, making the process much more efficient.
