Is it true that new vehicles exempt from annual inspection within 6 years also don't need to replace the driving license?

[OGenevieve]

6-year exemption from inspection does not require replacing the driving license. Here is additional information: Exemption process: Bring your ID card to the service hall of the vehicle management office to fill out an application form, then queue for a number; when your number is called, proceed to the corresponding service window, present your ID card, and submit the form to the staff for verification; upon approval, the annual inspection compliance label will be issued. On-site inspection process: Bring the required documents to the motor vehicle inspection agency to obtain the annual inspection form and have it stamped; take the annual inspection form to the motor vehicle inspection point for vehicle on-site inspection; after passing the inspection, bring the annual inspection form, driving license, inspection results form, and vehicle inspection certificate to the vehicle management office to obtain the motor vehicle inspection compliance label, and have the new inspection validity date stamped on the supplementary page of the driving license.

[Ruiz]

Let me explain this in detail. The 6-year exemption from annual vehicle inspection for new cars actually means you don't need to queue up at the inspection station for an on-site test every year, but you still have to apply for an inspection compliance sticker every two years. At this time, your vehicle license also needs to be updated because there's an inspection validity period on the supplementary page of the license, and the DMV will print a new date on this page. Last year when I helped my younger brother with this, we brought his ID card, vehicle license, and compulsory traffic insurance policy, and it was done at the counter in just ten minutes. If you find it troublesome, you can now apply online using the Traffic Management 12123 app. After the new sticker is delivered to your home, remember to have the supplementary page of your vehicle license updated with the new date. So while the inspection process is saved, the license renewal procedure is unavoidable.

[Billy]

As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I want to remind you not to be fooled by the term "exemption from inspection." Even my car, which is within the exemption period, requires updating the vehicle license every two years. Last month, I just went through the process, which is quite simple: bring the original compulsory insurance policy and a copy of the owner's ID card directly to the vehicle management office. The staff will stamp a new seal on the supplementary page of the vehicle license and note the next inspection date. Nowadays, many cities even allow online operations—just upload the required documents via an app, and once approved, the new inspection sticker will be mailed to you. However, the supplementary page of the vehicle license must either be updated on-site or you can download an electronic certificate to keep in the car as a backup. In short, failing to update the vehicle license is illegal, so don’t cut corners for convenience.

[McCali]

Let me make it clear - the vehicle license MUST be updated! The exemption policy only means you don't need emissions or brake tests, but you still have to collect the inspection decal every two years. I learned this the hard way - in year three I thought nothing was required, then got pulled over and fined 200 yuan because the inspection date on my license supplement page had expired. Now I update it on time. These days it's much simpler - just apply through the 12123 traffic app by uploading ID and insurance photos, and you'll get the new sticker in two days. Remember to replace the old supplement page with the new one showing the current inspection date, so you won't panic during roadside checks.

[LeWalker]

I now handle this entirely on my phone. After downloading the Traffic Management 12123 APP and registering, click on 'Apply for Inspection Exemption Label', then follow the steps to upload photos of your compulsory traffic insurance policy and vessel/vehicle tax information. Once the system approves, the new inspection label will be delivered to your home by express. Here's the key point: completing this step doesn't mean you're done—the supplemental page of your vehicle license must be updated to complete the procedure. You can choose to print the electronic version yourself and insert it into your vehicle license, or make time to visit the DMV to print a new supplemental page. The entire process can be done without driving anywhere, which is much more convenient than in the past. But remember, your vehicle license information must always be up-to-date, otherwise it may affect insurance claims.

[KiraAnn]

From a legal perspective, exemption from inspection does not mean exemption from procedures. New vehicles indeed do not require on-site testing within the first six years, but the Road Traffic Safety Law mandates that vehicles must apply for inspection qualification marks on time. The validity period of this mark is recorded on the supplementary page of the vehicle license. Once, when I accompanied a friend to handle a dispute, the traffic police clearly stated that an unupdated supplementary page of the vehicle license equates to an invalid document and would be penalized as overdue inspection. It is advisable to complete the procedures within three months before the expiration date by bringing the original vehicle license and compulsory traffic insurance policy to the vehicle management office to update the supplementary page, or apply online for a more time-saving option. Failure to update not only risks fines but also may lead to insurance companies refusing claims in the event of an accident, which is not worth the loss.