What are the new regulations for vehicle annual inspection in November 2020?
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New regulations for vehicle annual inspection: Starting from November 20, 2020, non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles with 7-9 seats (excluding minivans) within 6 years of age will be included in the exemption scope; for non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles (excluding minivans) over 6 years but under 10 years old, the inspection cycle will be relaxed from once a year to once every two years. This means private cars will only need to undergo on-site inspections twice within 10 years, specifically in the 6th and 8th years. Inspection content: Check whether the engine, chassis, body, and auxiliary equipment are clean, complete, and effective, whether the paint surface is uniform and aesthetically pleasing, whether major assemblies have been replaced, and whether they match the initial inspection records; Test whether the vehicle's braking performance, steering control, lighting, exhaust, and other safety performance meet the requirements of the "Technical Conditions for Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles"; Check whether the vehicle has been modified, altered, or transformed, whether the driving license, license plate, and all registered vehicle records match the actual condition of the vehicle, whether there have been any changes, and whether approval and alteration procedures have been completed; Check whether the license plate, driving license, and enlarged license plate characters printed on the vehicle are damaged, altered, or illegible, and whether replacement is needed; For large vehicles, check whether the name of the unit or the street, township, or town where the vehicle is located and the maximum seating capacity in the cab are printed in Chinese imitation Song font on both sides of the door as required; For trucks, check whether the rear tailgate (including the trailer's rear tailgate) has the vehicle number enlarged 2-3 times and printed on the outside as required, and whether the word "individual" is printed on both sides of the door for individually or jointly owned vehicles. The characters must be clear, and unit codes or other patterns are not allowed (special circumstances require approval from the vehicle management office).
As someone who frequently deals with automotive matters, I remember that the new regulations implemented in November 2020 significantly simplified procedures for private vehicles. New cars no longer require biennial on-site inspections within the first six years, instead mandating comprehensive physical inspections only in the 6th and 10th years. For intermediate years, owners simply need to apply for inspection labels online without visiting testing stations. This policy applies to non-commercial passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer, excluding minivans and commercial vehicles. The changes aim to reduce owner burdens and administrative complexity while optimizing inspection items, such as combining certain lighting and emission tests for greater efficiency. For me, this represents substantial progress, particularly benefiting young professionals and busy individuals by saving time and effort. However, don't assume safety standards are relaxed - key year inspections actually become more stringent. Overall, the new regulations reflect a user-friendly trend, making vehicle inspections better suited to modern lifestyles.
