Is the Green Book Required for Vehicle Color Change?

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To apply for a change in the color of a motor vehicle's body, the Green Book is required. The following documents must be submitted for the application: "Application Form for Modification of Motor Vehicle Registration." Proof of identity and copies for both the vehicle owner and the agent. The motor vehicle registration certificate. The motor vehicle driving license and payment of any vehicle fines. According to Article 6 of Chapter 2 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law," if the color change area of a motor vehicle does not exceed 30%, it does not require modification registration. Conversely, if it exceeds 30%, it must be filed and registered within 10 days after the color change. Notes on Vehicle Color Change: Before changing the color of a motor vehicle, it is necessary to consult the vehicle management office where the vehicle is registered to confirm whether the region permits color changes for motor vehicles. If the region does not support this method, the modification cannot be filed, and the vehicle must be restored to its original color. Additionally, according to Article 10 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations," vehicle owners are no longer required to apply in advance to the vehicle management office. They can first change the vehicle color, install body kits, replace the engine, etc., and then apply for modification registration with the vehicle management office. Furthermore, registered motor vehicles must apply for modification registration with the local vehicle management office in the following cases: Change of body color. Replacement of the engine. Replacement of the body or frame. Replacement of the entire vehicle due to quality issues. Change of use nature, such as converting a commercial vehicle to a non-commercial vehicle or vice versa. Change of the vehicle owner's residence into or out of the jurisdiction of the vehicle management office. Additionally, according to Article 15 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, and engineering rescue vehicles must be painted with designated patterns and equipped with alarms and signal lights as required. Other motor vehicles are prohibited from painting, installing, or using patterns, alarms, or signal lights that are specific to or resemble those of the aforementioned vehicles.