Is it no longer necessary to display the vehicle inspection sticker?
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It is now no longer necessary to display the vehicle inspection sticker. Here is more information: 1. Electronic inspection certification: Since June 2020, electronic vehicle inspection certification has been implemented nationwide. The electronic inspection certification has the same effect as the paper version. After obtaining it, it can be directly saved on your mobile phone, and you can present the electronic inspection certification during law enforcement inspections. 2. Uniform provision of electronic inspection certification: Since the implementation of electronic inspection certification, during annual vehicle inspections, including when vehicles require on-site testing, only electronic inspection certification is uniformly provided, and paper versions are no longer issued.
Last time I took my car for inspection, the staff directly said everything is digital now, and there's no need to stick that annoying little paper on the windshield anymore. I asked why at the time, and they said a policy called 'Electronic Vehicle Inspection Label' was introduced as early as 2020, which can be checked through the traffic management APP. I usually drive into the city without the sticker and haven't been stopped by the police, but I should remind you that not every place is the same—it depends on your city's regulations. My old neighbor living in the suburbs was fined 50 yuan for not having the sticker, saying the local area hadn't caught up with digitalization. Anyway, I suggest you download an official APP like 'Traffic Management 12123,' where you can check the status—just showing the electronic label is enough, saving the hassle of blocking your view. If you're traveling to unfamiliar places, it's best to confirm local rules in advance to avoid trouble. Regularly check the APP for status updates to ensure your inspection doesn't expire.
