What are the new regulations for small vehicle inspections?
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The new regulations for small vehicle inspections are as follows: Legal provisions: Article 16 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law" stipulates: Motor vehicles shall be inspected as follows from the date of registration: passenger vehicles for commercial use shall be inspected once a year within 5 years; if exceeding 5 years, once every 6 months; trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles shall be inspected once a year within 10 years; if exceeding 10 years, once every 6 months; small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles shall be inspected once every 2 years within 6 years; if exceeding 6 years, once a year; if exceeding 15 years, once every 6 months. Inspection methods: Motorcycles within 6 years are exempt from inspections at inspection institutions. When periodic inspections are required, the owner can directly apply for an inspection compliance mark at the public security traffic management department. Tractors and other motor vehicles shall be inspected once a year. Commercial motor vehicles that pass the safety technical inspection within the prescribed inspection period will not undergo repeated safety technical inspections.
I just bought my first car recently and heard that the new vehicle inspection regulations have been relaxed. Previously, new cars had to be inspected every two years, but now the first inspection is only required after six years. For cars under 10 years old, inspections are only needed every two years, which saves a lot of hassle. You can even schedule inspections via a mobile app now, eliminating the need to wait in line. The inspection process has also been simplified—while emissions testing remains unchanged, the focus is more on meeting environmental standards. I recommend new car owners use the online system and download the traffic management app to handle everything. Don’t forget to maintain your car on time to avoid extra issues affecting safe driving. For cars over 10 years old, the rules haven’t changed—annual inspections are still required. It’s best to check things like bulbs or tires before replacing them to avoid unexpected breakdowns during trips. Overall, these new rules make driving more convenient and economical.
