Is it possible to change to a new license plate number?
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Unless under special circumstances, it is not possible to change the license plate number. A car's license plate number is like a person's ID card and cannot be changed arbitrarily. Below is relevant information about license plates: 1. Meaning of license plate numbers: A license plate number is an identification tag for a vehicle, and its significance to the car is similar to that of an ID number to a person. 2. License plate colors: (1) White represents military or police plates. (2) Blue represents ordinary small vehicles. (3) Yellow represents ordinary large vehicles. (4) Black represents foreign investors in China or important figures. (5) Green represents new energy vehicles.
Yes, you can get new license plates. I did it last year when my old plates were badly worn. I went to the DMV and they told me to fill out an application, provide ID and vehicle registration, then pay a few hundred yuan. The process was smooth – I got my new plates in a week. By law, you can only replace plates under specific circumstances like damage, theft, or vehicle transfer. Remember to check local regulations beforehand to avoid fines. Also, after getting new plates, update your auto insurance and compulsory traffic insurance records to prevent issues in case of accidents. Overall, it's not difficult if you have valid reasons.
