Is it no longer necessary to display the annual inspection and compulsory insurance stickers?
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Compulsory insurance stickers are not required in regions where electronic insurance policies have been implemented; additionally, annual inspection stickers were fully digitized in 2020 and replaced by electronic inspection certificates, so annual inspection stickers no longer need to be displayed. 1. The role of compulsory insurance: The compulsory insurance for motor vehicles primarily protects non-passengers and non-insured parties in the event of a traffic accident, providing compensation for personal injuries, deaths, and property damage within specified limits. It can also be understood as insurance that protects everyone except the vehicle owner and passengers. 2. Information on the annual inspection sticker: The motor vehicle inspection certificate includes the certificate number, vehicle license plate number, inspection agency, inspection validity period, and whether the vehicle is exempt from safety technical inspections (i.e., whether it qualifies for the six-year exemption from on-site inspections). Different motor vehicle inspection certificates come in different colors, including yellow, green, and blue.
Speaking of this, I was also curious and asked my friends when I changed my car last year. In the past, the windshield was covered with stickers, which was a real hassle—peeling them off left sticky residue. Now the policy has long been changed. The Ministry of Transport has promoted digitization, so annual inspections and compulsory insurance no longer require paper stickers. I remember it was rolled out nationwide starting in 2020—just check on a mobile app, like the mini-program 'Traffic Management 12123,' where the electronic versions are stored. If the police need to check while you're driving, they can scan your license plate or check the app—easy and worry-free. Some smaller areas might still be used to paper versions during the transition period, but 99% of cities are connected online, so no need to overthink it. Just keep your app updated or take a screenshot as a backup for safety. This way, the car interior is much cleaner, it’s eco-friendly, and reduces tape waste—what a great improvement!
