Is Su U license plate not allowed to enter the city area?
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Su U license plates are allowed to enter and drive normally in the city area. License plates are mandatory for every car to legally operate on the road. Driving without a license plate is considered illegal. The first Chinese character on the license plate represents the province, and the letter following the first character represents the city or district. By looking at the first Chinese character and letter on the license plate, you can determine where the car belongs. License plates can be either permanent or temporary. Temporary license plates are made of paper and do not need to be fixed on the front and rear of the vehicle, but they must be pasted on the inside of the front and rear windshields. If not pasted according to regulations, it is equivalent to driving without a license plate. Temporary license plates have an expiration date, and if they are expired and still used on the road, it is also considered driving without a license plate.
I once drove a car with a Su U license plate around many places in Suzhou. From my impression, as a local license plate, it usually can enter the city center without strict restrictions like out-of-town vehicles. However, it's important to pay attention to the traffic restriction policies. Some core areas in Suzhou, such as around Guanqian Street, may have restrictions during peak hours or require vehicles to meet environmental standards like having a green label. I often hear friends say that setting up traffic restriction reminders on navigation apps like Gaode Map before driving can help avoid trouble. Overall, don't worry too much—local license plates have high freedom, but it's wise to regularly check updates on Suzhou's traffic management website.
