What are the application requirements for new energy vehicles in Shanghai?
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According to the notice of the "Shanghai Measures for Encouraging the Purchase and Use of New Energy Vehicles," Shanghai consumers who purchase new energy vehicles for non-operational purposes and do not have any new energy vehicles registered in their name in the city can obtain a free special license plate quota for new energy vehicles under the principle of total control for non-commercial passenger vehicles. Below is the process for purchasing a new energy vehicle in Shanghai: 1. Credit Investigation: The Shanghai New Energy Vehicle Promotion Leading Group will conduct a personal credit check, including credit card and loan repayment records. Generally, there will be no issues as long as there are no records of malicious defaults or negative information such as drunk driving. 2. Property Management Provides Proof of Charging Pile Installation: This step requires cooperation from the residential property management. Typically, the property owner needs to have a fixed parking space or a long-term leased parking space. 3. Install an Electric Meter and Charging Pile: After obtaining approval from the property management, you can apply to the power company to install an electric meter and then contact a charging pile installation company to install the charging pile. Most 4S stores have fixed partnerships with charging pile installation companies, and the 4S store will help you arrange for the installation. 4. Charging Pile Qualification Review: After the charging pile is installed, you will receive a certificate. Submit this certificate to the 4S store, which will verify the installation status of the charging pile. As long as the installation is completed, the review will be approved. 5. Receive the License Plate Application Form and Register the Vehicle.
I just completed the application for Shanghai's new energy vehicle green license plate a few days ago, and the whole process went smoothly. There are several basic requirements: First, you must have a Shanghai household registration or a valid residence permit, along with 12 consecutive months of social security payments to prove you're a permanent resident of Shanghai. Second, you need proof of a fixed parking space or a signed agreement to ensure the installation of a charging station—otherwise, finding a place to charge your electric car can be tricky. Third, your personal credit record must be clean, with no bad records or legal violations. These rules were set by the municipal government to promote environmental protection and reduce congestion. After submitting my documents, the approval came quickly. The benefits include exemption from license plate auction fees and no driving restrictions in urban areas—overall, it's cost-effective and eco-friendly. I highly recommend friends to give it a try, especially since new energy vehicles are quiet and fuel-efficient.
