Should I go to the Vehicle Management Office or the Inspection Station for vehicle inspection?
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You need to visit both places. After completing the vehicle inspection at the inspection station, you must go to the Vehicle Management Office to get the annual inspection seal. The differences between the inspection station and the Vehicle Management Office are as follows: 1. Business scope: The inspection station primarily conducts comprehensive performance tests on motor vehicles. The Vehicle Management Office mainly handles applications for motor vehicle driver's licenses, replacements, renewals, inspections, and other related services for vehicles and drivers. 2. Organizational aspect: The inspection station is affiliated with the Vehicle Management Office. It serves as a branch for business distribution of the Vehicle Management Office. The Vehicle Management Office is a direct agency under the public security system, generally established at the county level or above.
I just bought a car not long ago and was also confused about this during last year's vehicle inspection. Actually, the DMV is mainly for handling documents, not directly inspecting vehicles. For the inspection, you need to go to a testing station where they have professional equipment and personnel to check safety indicators like brakes, lights, and emissions. I made an appointment in advance through a mobile app, which saved time and was convenient. Remember to bring your vehicle registration and ID card, and the cost is usually a few hundred yuan. The testing station service is fast, taking only about half an hour. The DMV only receives the report, so going there is a waste of time and can cause delays. New drivers shouldn't get the location wrong; just choose a legitimate testing station to ensure your car is safe for the road.
