What are the new regulations for family vehicle annual inspections?
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In 2021, the new regulations for household vehicle annual inspections introduced six cancellations and three additions. Six cancellations: Cancellation of headlight inspection, cancellation of electronic parking brake inspection, cancellation of speed and power inspection, cancellation of speedometer error inspection, cancellation of vehicle suspension inspection, cancellation of interior noise inspection. Three additions: Tire tread inspection to check if tire wear exceeds standards, lifting device inspection (which is essentially an inspection of the vehicle's chassis), and wheelbase inspection (primarily targeting trucks or modified vehicles). Expansion of the scope of exempted motor vehicle inspections: Non-operational small and mini passenger vehicles (excluding vans) with 7 to 9 seats and within 6 years of age are now included in the exempted inspection range. For non-operational small and mini passenger vehicles (excluding vans) over 6 years but under 10 years old, the inspection frequency has been adjusted from once a year to once every two years.
As an average family car owner, I find the new annual inspection regulations quite convenient. For the first 6 years after purchasing a new car, it's exempt from on-site annual inspections. You only need to apply for an electronic inspection mark via the Traffic Management 12123 APP every two years, eliminating the hassle of queuing at inspection stations. For cars aged between 6 to 10 years, inspections are required every two years on-site; for those between 10 to 15 years, it's annual; and for vehicles over 15 years old, inspections are required every six months. This saves me a lot of time and fuel costs, freeing up time to take my family to the park. Additionally, it's advisable for car owners to regularly check brakes and lights to prevent minor issues from becoming major problems, ensuring safe driving. The promotion of electronic labels under the new regulations is eco-friendly, replacing paper tags to reduce waste, making car maintenance overall easier and more efficient.
In my career as a car mechanic, the new annual inspection regulations have indeed made the process smoother. The focus is on vehicle emissions and critical safety items, such as exhaust testing and brake system checks, ensuring that cars neither pollute the air nor cause accidents. New cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years, with annual online applications for inspection stickers; thereafter, the frequency is adjusted based on the vehicle's age, with older cars over 15 years requiring inspections every six months. I recommend that car owners perform maintenance in advance, especially checking tire wear and light brightness, to avoid failing the inspection and having to make an extra trip. On related topics, digital services have reduced congestion at inspection stations, and repair shops assisting with annual inspections have become more efficient. Extending the exemption period helps everyone save money and time, but remember that regular maintenance is the long-term solution.
