Is there a traffic restriction based on license plate numbers in Shijiazhuang?
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Shijiazhuang implements traffic restrictions based on license plate numbers. Below is the relevant information about the traffic restrictions: 1. Odd-even license plate restriction: Also known as the odd-even license plate restriction system, it is a traffic regulation introduced to alleviate urban traffic pressure. On odd-numbered days, only private cars with license plate numbers ending in an odd digit are allowed on the road, while on even-numbered days, only those ending in an even digit are permitted. 2. Last digit restriction: The last digit restriction system is another traffic regulation aimed at reducing urban traffic congestion, which has proven effective in alleviating traffic pressure after implementation.
I've lived and worked in Shijiazhuang for many years, and as a car owner, I can confirm that there is a vehicle restriction policy here. On weekdays, from 7 AM to 8 PM, there's a tail number restriction in place. License plates ending with 1 and 6 are restricted on Mondays, 2 and 7 on Tuesdays, 3 and 8 on Wednesdays, 4 and 9 on Thursdays, and 5 and 0 on Fridays. Usually, there are no restrictions on weekends and public holidays. I remember that during the severe pollution in the winter two years ago, the restricted area was expanded to cover the area within the Second Ring Road, aiming to reduce vehicle emissions, improve air quality, and alleviate traffic congestion. Daily driving requires advance planning. I often use mobile apps like 'Shijiazhuang Traffic Management' to check the day's restrictions to avoid trouble. If you forget and drive out, getting caught by cameras can result in a fine of 100 to 200 yuan, so I recommend carpooling or taking the subway for a more worry-free commute. Since the restriction rules were implemented around 2014, there have indeed been changes, such as new energy vehicles with green license plates being exempt from restrictions. This has encouraged me to consider switching to an electric vehicle. After adapting, I feel that urban traffic has become smoother, and it doesn't affect daily life, but it's important to stay updated with official public account announcements.
As a resident living in downtown Shijiazhuang, I fully understand that the vehicle restriction policy is implemented for urban environmental protection. During weekday morning and evening rush hours, the last digit-based traffic ban is strictly enforced with rotating numbers on different days, while stricter core-area restrictions apply during air pollution alerts. Since the government introduced these measures, I've observed slight improvements in PM2.5 levels, reduced traffic congestion risks with fewer vehicles on roads, encouraging public transit or bike-sharing usage. The new regulations particularly favor NEVs (New Energy Vehicles) with exemption from restrictions, making them more convenient. Drivers should install local traffic apps for real-time restriction updates to avoid accidental violations and fines, with restrictions typically enforced from 7 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and lifted during holidays. Though causing minor inconveniences, these policies ultimately protect public health - reasonable adaptation is key.
