Is the new Wuling Hongguang eligible for six-year exemption from inspection?
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The new Wuling Hongguang is eligible for the six-year exemption from inspection as a new vehicle. Below are the relevant details about the new Wuling Hongguang: 1. Relevant regulations: According to the new regulations implemented from November 20, 2020, non-operational small and mini passenger vehicles with 7 to 9 seats (excluding vans) within 6 years are included in the exemption scope. 2. Specific introduction: If the purchased new car is still within 6 years, it can be exempted from inspection twice (an inspection mark must be applied for every two years, but no on-site vehicle inspection is required); in the 6th and 8th years, the vehicle must undergo an on-site inspection. For private cars over 10 years old, the original inspection cycle still applies, i.e., once a year for cars aged 10 to 15 years, and once every six months for cars over 15 years old.
I've been driving the new seven-seater Wuling Hongguang for several years now, and this car fully complies with the six-year exemption from inspection policy. This means that for the first six years of a new car, you don't need to go through the inspection every two years; you only need to apply for an inspection exemption mark at the vehicle management office or via a mobile app, saving a lot of queuing time and inspection fees. However, the prerequisite is that it must be a non-commercial private vehicle with fewer than nine seats, and the Hongguang seven-seater fits perfectly. If it were an eight-seater, it wouldn't qualify and would require annual inspections. I must remind you to confirm the number of seats when purchasing the car and not to modify it, keeping it as it is, otherwise, you might lose the qualification. Only after six years will the car officially undergo inspections for lights, brakes, etc. From personal experience, the Hongguang offers spaciousness and fuel efficiency, plus the inspection exemption makes daily use extremely hassle-free. During maintenance, don’t overlook tires and fluids to ensure safety. Overall, it's an economical and practical choice, ideal for family use.
