What are the latest traffic restriction rules for vehicles in Chengdu in 2020?
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2020 Chengdu's latest traffic restriction rules for vehicles are: Starting from April 7, 2020, the city will orderly resume the traffic management measures of restricting vehicles based on the last digit of their license plates during weekday rush hours. The restricted hours are during the morning rush from 7:30 to 9:00 and the evening rush from 17:00 to 19:00 on weekdays. The restricted area covers all roads within the Chengdu Ring Expressway. Restricted vehicles are prohibited from driving within the restricted area during the restricted hours on each weekday based on the last digit of their license plate numbers. The tail number combinations and corresponding rules are as follows: Monday for digits 1 and 6, Tuesday for 2 and 7, Wednesday for 3 and 8, Thursday for 4 and 9, and Friday for 5 and 0.
I live in Chengdu and have been driving for many years. The 2020 vehicle restriction policy did affect my daily commute. The core is the tail number restriction policy: between 7:30 and 20:00 on weekdays, vehicles with the last digit of their license plate matching two designated numbers are restricted. For example, on Mondays, vehicles ending with 1 or 6 cannot drive within the area inside the Second Ring Road, and similar rules apply on other days. The restricted area covers most parts of Chengdu's main urban area, but the Second Ring Road itself is not restricted. Pure electric or hybrid new energy vehicles are exempt. As an ordinary driver, I have to check the last digit of my license plate before every trip. If I accidentally violate the rules, the fine is not cheap, usually starting at 100 yuan, and sometimes points are deducted. Additional topic: Back in 2020, the traffic pressure was high, and the restriction was aimed at alleviating congestion and air pollution. I often noticed people switching to subways or shared bikes, especially during rush hours. I recommend local car owners to download the traffic management app for real-time reminders about restriction days. Don't risk breaking the rules for temporary convenience, or you might get caught by surveillance cameras, which would be a big trouble. New energy vehicles are the best choice as they are not subject to restrictions, making life easier.