Is it permissible not to affix the Chongqing Traffic Information Card electronic tag?
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It is not permissible to omit affixing the Chongqing Traffic Information Card electronic tag; it must be affixed to the windshield. Below is relevant information regarding the Chongqing Traffic Information Card: 1. Introduction: Motor vehicles that have obtained a locally issued vehicle license should collect the motor vehicle traffic information card from the vehicle management office of the public security traffic management department and affix it to the upper middle part of the front windshield where it does not obstruct the driver's view. For vehicles without a windshield, it should be affixed to an appropriate location at the front of the vehicle. Drivers who have obtained a locally issued motor vehicle driving license should collect the driver traffic information card from the vehicle management office of the public security traffic management department and carry it with them while driving. 2. Notes: The Chongqing Traffic Information Card must not be lent or used by others. If the traffic information card has not been collected or is lost or damaged, it should be re-collected from the vehicle management office of the public security traffic management department by presenting the motor vehicle driving license or vehicle license.
I'm an ordinary local resident in Chongqing who drives frequently. Last time, I heard my neighbor talking about the electronic traffic information card, and I was also curious whether it's okay not to stick it on. In practice, it's definitely not something you can just discard! This electronic tag serves as the vehicle's electronic ID, affixed to the lower right corner of the windshield, allowing police to quickly check the vehicle's status by scanning it. If you don't stick it on, first, you might get fined—I heard it starts at 200 yuan per violation; second, at toll booths or traffic monitoring points, the system won't recognize your vehicle, requiring manual registration and wasting time; third, in case of an accident or a random check, lacking the electronic tag as proof could complicate insurance claims. Digitalization is good, but Chongqing's regulations are quite strict. I suggest fellow drivers just stick it on properly to avoid turning small issues into big ones. Safety comes first when driving, and following local rules is the most reliable—don’t skip it just to save trouble and end up with a fine.
